Richard, Wayne & Roberts

Oversee the full lifecycle of IT and OT infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence and system reliability. | Experience in managing IT/OT environments, infrastructure, and leading technical teams. | The Senior Manager of IT/OT will serve as a hands on, technical leader responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of IT and OT infrastructure. This role will be technical and be able to execute IT/OT environments, ensuring operational excellence, system reliability and support of the organization’s strategic goals. Based in Houston, TX, this role will lead a very small high-performing team managing on-premise data centers, cloud platforms, enterprise networks and field operations technology. Direct hire "hybrid" opportunity and No visa sponsorship

Lead logistics team managing domestic and international shipments, negotiate carrier contracts, oversee customs and compliance, and drive cost-effective logistics solutions across multiple sites. | 15+ years logistics experience with expertise in imports/exports, customs, bonded warehouses, FTZs, strong negotiation skills, and leadership abilities. | We are conducting a confidential search on behalf of a leading packaging manufacturer with multiple U.S. plants. This company is looking for a Logistics Manager to oversee domestic freight, imports/exports, and global shipping operations. This is a critical role, replacing the current leader, and we are moving quickly. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of domestic operations leadership and international trade expertise, with proven experience managing customs, bonded warehouses, FTZ processes, and negotiating high-volume contracts with carriers. This is a highly visible role, reporting directly into senior leadership, with responsibility across three divisions and multiple U.S. sites. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop a logistics team covering domestic and international shipments. • Oversee imports/exports, including customs clearance, tariffs, HS codes, bonded warehouses, and FTZ compliance. • Negotiate contracts with steamship lines and trucking carriers; proactively manage spot market opportunities. • Own the commercial side of logistics contracts, ensuring cost-effective solutions across the supply chain. • Manage relationships with 3PLs while building direct carrier relationships to reduce reliance on intermediaries. • Analyze freight spend, create forecasts, and develop KPI dashboards for leadership. • Drive continuous improvement in logistics processes, warehousing, and material handling. • Ensure compliance with all domestic and international regulations. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required. • 15+ years of combined domestic and international logistics experience. • Proven expertise in imports/exports, customs, tariffs, bonded warehouses, FTZs, and HS codes. • Strong negotiation skills with carriers and freight forwarders. • Skilled in Excel and data analysis for logistics planning and cost optimization. • Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to influence across departments. • Proactive, assertive, and results-driven mindset. Compensation & Details • Base salary: $130,000 – $160,000 • Bonus: 10% annual • Relocation assistance available • Onsite in Sugar Land, TX (business attire required: ties or company-logo shirts for men)

Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives focusing on root cause analysis, defect elimination, digitization, and operational readiness to improve cost, safety, and performance. | 10+ years in operations, quality, or continuous improvement in LNG, oil & gas, or heavy industry, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred, skilled in RCA/CAPA tools, strong leadership and communication skills. | Overview We are recruiting on behalf of a confidential client in the energy sector seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive major transformation initiatives across operations, quality, and reliability. This role will lead large-scale programs focused on root cause analysis, defect elimination, digitization, and operational readiness, delivering measurable improvements in cost, safety, and performance. The ideal candidate is a proven change agent with a background in LNG, oil & gas, or other industrial sectors, capable of influencing cross-functional teams and embedding sustainable process excellence. Key Responsibilities Initiative Leadership • Define scope, objectives, and success measures for enterprise-wide CI initiatives. • Develop roadmaps to deliver measurable improvements in performance, cost, and quality. • Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) / Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to eliminate systemic issues. • Drive quality culture and elevate standards across internal teams and vendor partners. Operational Excellence • Facilitate workshops and Kaizen events to map processes and eliminate waste. • Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile methods to accelerate improvements. • Partner with IT/digital teams to deploy analytics, dashboards, and digitized workflows. Performance & Change Management • Establish and track KPIs for cost savings, defect reduction, and process adoption. • Provide leadership updates on progress, risks, and corrective actions. • Coach and mentor cross-functional teams on CI tools and cultural adoption. • Build internal change champions to sustain improvements. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or equivalent experience. • 10+ years of experience in operations, quality, or continuous improvement within LNG, oil & gas, energy, or heavy industry. • Proven success leading major initiatives with measurable results. • Experience with LNG construction, commissioning, or operations (highly desirable). • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred. • Skilled in RCA/CAPA tools (TapRooT, Gensuite) and process mapping. • Strong executive presence, communication, and influencing skills. • Results-driven with a focus on accountability and follow-through. Performance Metrics • On-time delivery of initiative milestones • % reduction in operational defects and rework • OPEX savings and EBITDA uplift • Adoption rate of new processes, tools, and systems • Replication of improvements across other business units