Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager (Irvine)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager to lead global shipping operations, routing standards, and international trade compliance across facilities in Irvine, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Amsterdam. This role ensures that all inbound, outbound, and intercompany shipments move efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full alignment with U.S. and international trade regulations.

The ideal candidate will serve as the organizations subject matter expert in logistics execution and trade compliance, with deep knowledge of export controls, ECCN / HTS classification, documentation governance, denied-party screening, and customs requirements. This leader will own routing guides, negotiate carrier agreements, oversee customs broker relationships, drive KPI performance, and lead continuous improvement initiatives centered on shipment visibility, OTIF, compliance accuracy, and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities

Establish routing standards, negotiate carrier agreements, and continuously improve cost, service, and delivery performance

Ensure compliance with U.S. and international regulations, including export controls, denied-party screening, ECCN / HTS classification, commercial documentation integrity, and record retention

Maintain subject-matter expertise on global trade laws, regulatory updates, tariff changes, valuation rules, and customs requirements translating changes into policy, SOP, and operational controls

Conduct internal compliance audits covering classification accuracy, restricted-party vetting, routing, document standards, licensing needs, and broker performance

Lead documentation governance for commercial invoices, packing lists, COO templates, AES / EEI filings, valuation statements, and declarations supporting customs clearance and audit readiness

Train cross-functional teams on Incoterms, compliance controls, documentation, valuation standards, and international shipping requirements

Manage customs brokers and freight forwarders, ensuring execution accuracy, tariff alignment, cost transparency, and corrective-action follow-up

Translate regulatory risks into mitigation strategies, flag high-risk shipments, maintain pre-clearance controls, and drive reduction of customs holds, exceptions, and audit findings

Partner with Finance and Legal on tariff classification, duty optimization, VAT considerations, landed-cost improvements, and internal controls governing AES filings, restricted destinations, and license determination

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Serve as the companys subject-matter authority on logistics and compliance standards

Develop global shipment KPIs, dashboards, and performance targets (delivery performance, exception rate, transit time, cost per shipment, etc.)

Drive operational excellence initiatives focused on shipment visibility, document accuracy, OTIF execution, compliance controls, and logistics data integrity

Implement digital tools, analytics capabilities, and automation initiatives that enhance tracking, compliance assurance, and operational scalability

Mentor and develop the Logistics Coordinator to elevate precision, ownership, and long-term capability

Ideal Profile

7+ years in logistics management and trade compliance

Strong background in parcel shipping, international freight, customs documentation, and cross-border regulatory environments

Skilled in carrier negotiations, routing strategies, and optimization of cost / service trade-offs

Proficient in ERP systems, shipment platforms, and advanced Excel / data analytics

Strong communicator able to influence internal stakeholders and provide clear guidance in a fast-paced, globally dispersed environment

Ability to travel approximately 10% internationally

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off : Vacation, Holidays, Paid Sick Leave

About Veracity Hire

Veracity Hire LLC is a professional staffing and recruiting firm based in Orange County, California, connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities across professional, technical, and leadership roles.

Our mission : To redefine staffing through authenticity, integrity, and purpose.

Staffing with Integrity, Placing with Purpose.