Trade Compliance & Logistics Manager
2 days ago
Rockford
Job DescriptionSalary: $88,000 - 132,000 annually About Waldom Electronics Waldom Electronics is a global solutions provider to the electronic component distribution industry. With a commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer success, Waldom partners with distributors and suppliers worldwide to deliver supply chain solutions that optimize efficiency, compliance, and growth. Position Overview The Trade Compliance & Freight Manager will oversee Waldoms global trade compliance program and freight operations. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to all international trade laws, regulations, and customs requirements while driving efficiency, cost savings, and service quality across freight and logistics networks. The ideal candidate combines regulatory expertise with operational leadership to support Waldoms growing international footprint. Key Responsibilities Trade Compliance • Develop, implement, and maintain Waldoms global trade compliance policies and procedures., • Ensure compliance with U.S. and international trade laws, including customs regulations, EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and other applicable requirements., • Manage import/export classification (HTS, ECCN), country of origin determinations, and free trade agreement qualifications., • Oversee establishing and managing the companys Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations in Rockford, IL, including audits, activation packets, recordkeeping, and SOP development., • Conduct regular compliance audits, risk assessments, and employee training programs., • Lead Waldoms global freight strategy, optimizing cost, service, and sustainability across ocean, air, parcel, and ground transportation., • Manage relationships and contracts with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers., • Oversee freight audit and payment processes, ensuring accuracy and cost recovery., • Develop KPIs to monitor service levels, cost performance, and carrier compliance., • Collaborate with warehouse and distribution teams to improve inbound/outbound freight efficiency., • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or related field., • 5+ years of experience in trade compliance and freight/logistics management., • Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, HTS/ECCN classification, and FTZ operations., • Experience managing global freight contracts and carrier relationships., • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills., • Strong leadership and communication abilities with experience training and developing teams., • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives., • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)., • Opportunities for career growth in a global organization., • A collaborative culture committed to innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement., • Topqualitymedical,dental, vision, and life insurance plansWaldom pays the majority of themedicalplan cost, • Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually (accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment), • 8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, • 8 hours of paid volunteer time offannually, • Corporate Discount Program, • Employee Assistance Program100% Waldom Paid!, • GenerousPaid Maternity & Paternity Leaves, • Tuition Assistance Program, • Scholarship Program:for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year Affirmative Action/EEO Statement: Waldom Electronics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, pregnancy, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, or any other protected status. The Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Finally, Waldom Electronics prohibits the harassment of any individual based on their protected status. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.