Raul Alfredo Figueroa
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Dynamic global logistics leader with over 10 years of expertise in managing international transportation, cold-chain operations, and supply chain execution across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Oversees more than $30M in annual freight spend and coordinates over 4,000 international shipments each year for high-volume perishable commodities. Demonstrates the ability to optimize transportation networks, negotiate favorable carrier agreements, and enhance operational efficiency, resulting in over $750K in annual freight revenue through third-party logistics services. Proficient in multimodal transportation, import/export compliance, carrier management, and driving cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Global Logistics Manager
Mission Produce Inc.
Oxnard, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Manage $30M+ in annual freight spend across 4,000+ global import/export shipments spanning the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
- Generate approximately $750K annually through third-party logistics services and transportation coordination.
- Lead multimodal cold-chain transportation operations for perishable commodities while ensuring regulatory compliance and on-time delivery.
- Optimize carrier selection, routing strategies, and transportation planning to improve service levels and reduce costs.
- Direct freight claims management and recovery efforts for damaged or lost cargo.
- Lead ocean carrier RFPs, contract negotiations, and carrier performance management.
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Warehousing to align logistics strategy with business objectives.
Global Logistics Manager
Mission Produce Inc.
Oxnard, CA
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed international shipment planning, carrier coordination, and transportation execution across multiple global regions.
- Oversaw freight cost reporting, transportation KPIs, and carrier performance initiatives.
- Negotiated transportation terms and strengthened strategic carrier relationships.
- Implemented logistics process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and shipment visibility.
Global Logistics Analyst
Mission Produce Inc.
Oxnard, CA
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Managed shipment tracking, delivery timelines, and import/export compliance activities.
- Produced freight analytics and transportation reporting for leadership teams.
- Resolved carrier claims and supported logistics cost-saving initiatives.
Senior Lead Shipping & Dock Coordinator
Mission Produce Inc.
Oxnard, CA
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Supervised shipping and receiving operations for high-volume produce distribution.
- Improved dock productivity through operational and process enhancements.
- Prepared USDA phytosanitary export documentation and shipment records.
Lead Customer Service Representative
Edible Arrangements
Camarillo, CA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Production Manager
Music Memories & More Custom Events
Camarillo, CA
01.2010 - 01.2012
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CAAssociate of Science - Business
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CASkills
- Global Logistics
- Cold-Chain Logistics
- Import/Export Compliance
- Carrier Negotiation
- Freight Optimization
- 3PL/4PL Management
- Transportation Strategy
- Freight Claims Resolution
- Cross-Border Operations
- KPI Reporting
- Team Management/Leadership
- Supply chain management
Websites
TECHNOLOGY & LANGUAGES
BluJay / E2Open TMS
Microsoft Dynamics 365
AS400
Microsoft Excel
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Senior Global Logistics Manager
Mission Produce Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Global Logistics Manager
Mission Produce Inc.
10.2018 - 12.2021
Global Logistics Analyst
Mission Produce Inc.
02.2015 - 10.2018
Senior Lead Shipping & Dock Coordinator
Mission Produce Inc.
02.2013 - 02.2015
Lead Customer Service Representative
Edible Arrangements
01.2012 - 01.2013
Production Manager
Music Memories & More Custom Events
01.2010 - 01.2012
Associate of Science - Business
Oxnard College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California Lutheran University
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
ISM 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Star