Erika Arias
@erikaarias
Logistics and supply chain leader combining air/ocean/ground operations with KPI-driven data analytics.
What I'm looking for
I’m an Operations and Logistics Leader with 8+ years of experience managing international freight operations and building high-performing teams. I combine logistics expertise with strong analytical capabilities to improve operational performance and support strategic decision-making.
I lead air freight import and export operations end to end, overseeing 500+ international air shipments while maintaining high service standards. I design KPIs, performance metrics, and reporting tools to drive continuous improvement, and I build centralized operational control systems to increase visibility and accountability.
I also have experience scaling international logistics operations across regions, expanding teams, and negotiating supplier agreements. My approach is grounded in operational excellence—partnering with carriers, customs providers, and internal stakeholders to optimize service performance, transit reliability, and process efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Logistics Specialist
Trinet Logistics Canada
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Leads international air freight import and export operations and owns international air logistics performance, supporting 500+ international air shipments. Designed a centralized Air Freight Control Center and developed KPIs and reporting tools to improve visibility, workflow management, and continuous improvement.
• Lead all air freight import and export operations and serve as the primary point of accountability
for international air logistics performance.
• Oversaw more than 500 international air shipments across North America and Latin America while
maintaining high service standards.
• Designed and implemented a centralized Air Freight Control Center to improve shipment visibility,
workflow management,
Directed international logistics operations across North America, Europe, and South America. Led
and developed a logistics team that expanded from 4 to 12 professionals through KPI reviews,
performance management, and operational coaching. Scaled annual shipment volume from
approximately 800 to 2,282 freight movements. Developed dashboards, metrics, and accountability
frameworks, negotiated strate
Director of Operations
In Motion Logistics, LLC
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)
Directed international logistics operations across North America, Europe, and South America. Led and scaled the logistics team from 4 to 12 professionals, expanded shipment volume from ~800 to 2,282 freight movements, and implemented dashboards, metrics, and accountability frameworks.
International Logistics Operations Analyst (2019–2021)
May 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 8 months)
Managed international air, ocean, and ground freight operations, coordinated end-to-end import and
export processes, negotiated rates, and analyzed operational data to improve service delivery.
International Logistics Ops Analyst
In Motion Logistics, LLC
May 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 8 months)
Managed international air, ocean, and ground freight operations and coordinated end-to-end import and export processes. Negotiated rates and analyzed operational data to improve service delivery, including handling customs and logistics documentation.
Developed and automated reporting solutions, analyzed sales and inventory performance, and
generated business insights to support commercial decision-making across regional operations.
Data Analyst
HP
Mar 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Developed and automated reporting solutions and analyzed sales and inventory performance to generate business insights. Supported commercial decision-making through data analysis across regional operations.
Prepared executive reports, analyzed commercial performance indicators, and supported
management decision-making through trend analysis and business reporting.
Commercial & Sales Support Intern
Grupo Bancolombia
Jul 2017 - Jan 2018 (6 months)
Prepared executive reports and analyzed commercial performance indicators to support management decision-making. Performed trend analysis and business reporting to inform regional operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Excel avanzado
2018 - 2018
Escuela de Ingeniería de Antioquia
Diplomatura, Analítica de datos
2018 - 2018
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
Profesional, Negocios internacionales
2013 - 2017
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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