Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager

Gabriella White • Pelham, AL

17h

About The Position

We’re seeking a results-driven Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to lead logistics office operations, shipment coordination, carrier management, freight routing, logistics performance, and import/export compliance. This role supports efficient inbound and outbound freight movement while ensuring adherence to DOT, CBP, HTS code, CPSC, and related transportation requirements. The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and comfortable leading logistics execution while partnering with internal teams, transportation vendors, carriers, and 3PL partners to improve service, cost, compliance, and overall logistics performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in transportation or logistics required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in negotiating prices required
• Knowledge of DOT compliance and regulations
• Mathematical analysis skills required for transportation scenarios
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required
• Advanced knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel and Word required

Nice To Haves

• some college preferred
• SYSPRO or related ERP system experience preferred
• International freight compliance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads the logistics office team and holds overall responsibility for logistics performance.
• Communicates with transportation vendors, carriers, and 3PL partners to support service, cost, and compliance goals.
• Oversees transportation of products to ensure adherence to inbound and outbound freight strategies.
• Manages DOT compliance requirements and supports adherence to applicable transportation regulations.
• Manages and schedules dock appointments for pick-up and delivery to support efficient freight flow.
• Develops and tracks transportation metrics and reports results to leadership.
• Calculates freight factors, analyzes freight data, and submits recommendations for approval.
• Ensures adherence to import and export compliance requirements.
• Assists with SKU creation by applying NMFC and HTS codes appropriately.
• Assists in developing transportation strategy for inbound and outbound freight movement.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months
• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being
• Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and parental time
• Generous employee product purchase discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED