Why join us?
Maharam is the leading creator of textiles for interiors. Recognized for its rigorous and holistic commitment, Maharam embraces a range of disciplines, from product, graphic, and digital design to art and architecture. Known for its aesthetic and industrial innovation, Maharam’s work is guided by five main principles: utility, technology, tradition, luxury, and environmental impact.
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Maharam means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Maharam to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
With minimal supervision, handle all aspects of inbound and outbound logistics regarding domestic and international shipment activities
Essential Functions
Produce documentation, track shipments, and communicate with forwarders and customs brokers
Oversee Logistics coordinators and work produced
Training for the Logistics Department personnel
All HR responsibilities for direct reports, hiring, discipline, check ins, etc.
Responsible for ensuring that all documentation is accurate and complete with freight forwarders
Prepare freight quotes for all types of freight
Coordinate import and export (ocean/air) shipments; arrange LTL & FTL shipments
Coordinate weekly consolidations from our warehouse to key customers and provide support to Sales Support team
Review, log and approve freight invoices
Assist various departments with coordination of delivery of MRO
Key POC for escalated issues
Reconciling of any Logistic cost invoices
Timely response within SLA for all JIRA tickets
Follow-up and resolve International and Domestic shipment issues
Oversight and trouble shooting of both UPS and Fed Ex ship stations
Conduct various analyses for logistics optimization and cost-savings efforts
Prepare and maintain various reports
Assist with additional duties as assigned
Magnitude and relationship reporting
This position reports to the Senior Director, Fulfillment.
Contacts inside and outside the organization
This position has contact with our Sales, Resource Management, Warehouse, Facilities, Samples, Credit and Product Management. Outside contacts encompass shipping companies, freight forwarders and Maharam International joint ventures and agents.
Additionally, there is contact with our clients’ purchasing and logistics personnel.
This position has direct reports.
Knowledge and Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe PDF
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing
Must be accurate, thorough and neat
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience with UPS World ship and FedEx Ship Manager a plus
Working knowledge OzLink quote system and Descartes Customs application is desired
Experience with drop shipping from domestic and international sources is desired
Education and Experience
High School degree required; business school or college degree preferred
Knowledge of International shipping logistics is required
Knowledge of Domestic shipping logistics is required
Prior supervisory experience is preferred, not required
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Maharam is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
Skills Required
- High School degree
- Business school or college degree
- Knowledge of International shipping logistics
- Knowledge of Domestic shipping logistics
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe PDF
- Experience with UPS WorldShip and FedEx Ship Manager
- Working knowledge of OzLink quote system and Descartes Customs application
- Prior supervisory experience
- Experience with drop shipping from domestic and international sources
- Good interpersonal and clear verbal and written communication skills
- Must be accurate, thorough and neat
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with JIRA ticketing and SLA response expectations
MillerKnoll Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about MillerKnoll and has not been reviewed or approved by MillerKnoll.
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Healthcare Strength — Health options include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles, no‑cost preventive care, prescription benefits, mental health support, an Employee Assistance Program, and disability coverage. These elements collectively signal a robust healthcare offering.
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Retirement Support — The retirement program features immediate 401(k) eligibility with a core employer contribution and matching on employee contributions. Additional wealth-building options include an employee stock purchase plan and equity grants such as RSUs.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits include paid parental leave, adoption assistance, Milk Stork for traveling mothers, Bright Horizons childcare/eldercare support, and dedicated mother’s/retreat rooms. These resources strengthen support for caregivers and family needs.
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What We Do
MillerKnoll is a global collective of design brands built on the foundation of two icons of modernism: Herman Miller and Knoll. Our portfolio also includes furniture and accessories for commercial and residential spaces from Colebrook Bosson Saunders, DatesWeiser, Design Within Reach, Edelman, Geiger, HAY, HOLLY HUNT, Knoll Textiles, Maharam, Muuto, NaughtOne, and Spinneybeck | FilzFelt. Guided by a shared purpose—design for the good of humankind—we generate insights, pioneer innovations, and champion ideas to help spaces better support how people live, work, and gather today. We reach customers across office, residential, healthcare, and education markets through a network of MillerKnoll dealers, all of whom are highly credentialed, independently owned businesses. In addition, we manage an ever-expanding global retail footprint delivering world-class brick-and-mortar and ecommerce experiences.
