Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager

Position Responsibilities

Oversee daily international logistics and trade compliance operations to ensure efficient product flow and regulatory compliance.

Lead, develop and manage logistics and compliance staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and team accountability.

Manage relationships and performance of carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and other logistics service providers.

Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs, Participating Government Agency (PGA), and internal trade compliance requirements, including HTS classification support and import documentation management.

Career Development

Coordinate with vendors, origin teams, customs brokers, and internal departments to manage bookings, shipment visibility, exceptions, and on-time delivery.

Oversee ocean and air freight import operations, including customs entry accuracy, FOB costing, tariff application, and duty compliance.

Analyze operational and compliance reports, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions and process improvements as needed.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating processes, leveraging technology, and identifying innovative solutions that improve visibility, productivity, service performance, and cost effectiveness.

Maintain SOPs, internal systems, and compliance records to support operational consistency and audit readiness.

Partner cross-functionally with planning, procurement, finance, operations, and distribution teams to support supply chain continuity and business needs.

Support additional international logistics and trade compliance initiatives as assigned.

Position Requirements And Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, and trade compliance operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• U.S Customs Broker License required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, HTS classification, import operations, and PGA requirements including FDA, USDA, and U.S. Fish & Wildlife service regulations.
• Experience managing customs brokers, carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics service providers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A self-starter professional with demonstrated experience coaching teams, managing performance, driving accountability, and collaborating cross-functionally.

Pay

The annual starting rate of $130,000 depends on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• For those scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week: Employee Discount, EAP and Sick Pay.
• For those scheduled to work between 20 and 29.99 hours per week: Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay and Paid Time Off including paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Company Paid Holidays, Transit and 401(k) with Company Match.
• For those scheduled to work 30 hours or more: Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay and Paid Time Off including paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Company Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company Match, Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision), Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts, Healthcare Spending Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Transit, and Tuition Reimbursement.