Export Logistics Manager

Sycomp; Union City (CA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycomp is seeking an experienced Export Logistics Manager to lead compliant and efficient international shipping operations. The role oversees export execution, documentation accuracy, trade compliance, and relationships with brokers and freight forwarders in a high-value technology environment.

The position is hybrid, with 3 days onsite in the Union City area, CA, and requires a strong background in export controls, HTS/ECCN classifications, and complex international logistics for technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 10+ years in export logistics, global shipping, freight forwarding, customs docs, or trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage export shipments across air, ocean, and ground transportation.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations, sanctions screening, customs requirements, and customer-specific shipping requirements.
• Review and validate export documentation, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, export declarations, and shipping docs.
• Coordinate with Trade Compliance, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, carriers, brokers, and customers to resolve shipment and compliance issues.
• Maintain audit-ready records and support KPI reporting and process improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Logistics / International Business

Tools

Oracle

WMS

TMS

Salesforce

Power BI

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Sycomp is a global IT services and logistics provider with extensive expertise in cloud, data center, endpoint management and security solutions. Sycomp's diverse team of consultants and engineers deliver on the company's mission to tackle challenging global IT projects through its state-of-the-art integration and warehouse centers and global technology partnerships. Headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, California, Sycomp has successfully shipped, deployed and managed complex IT projects and supporting assets in more than 150 countries helping its Fortune 500 customers and global partners realize a world without boundaries.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Export Logistics Manager to lead compliant and efficient international shipping operations. This role is responsible for managing export execution, documentation accuracy, trade compliance requirements, broker and freight forwarder relationships, and shipment release controls for high-value technology products. This is a hybrid role, 3 days onsite in the Union City area, CA.

Responsibilities

• Manage export shipments across air, ocean, and ground transportation modes.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations, sanctions screening, customs requirements, and customer-specific shipping requirements.
• Review and validate export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, export declarations, and shipping documents.
• Coordinate with Trade Compliance, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, carriers, brokers, and customers to resolve shipment and compliance issues.
• Maintain audit-ready records and support continuous improvement initiatives through KPI reporting and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Trade Compliance, Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in export logistics, global shipping, freight forwarding, customs documentation, or trade compliance.
• Strong knowledge of export controls, sanctions screening, HTS/ECCN classifications, customs regulations, and international shipping requirements.
• Experience supporting complex international logistics programs and high-value technology products.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Required Skills

• Experience with Oracle, WMS, TMS, Salesforce, Power BI, and advanced Excel.

Preferred Skills

• Export compliance, customs compliance, IATA/DG, Lean Six Sigma, or PMP certifications.
• Experience managing brokers, freight forwarders, and international shipping partners.

The salary for this role starts at $125,000

Technology Means the World to Us

Technology connects people, enables business, fosters innovation, and helps organizations operate without boundaries. Every day, Sycomp's diverse team delivers on the company's mission to help customers and partners navigate the complexity of global IT—from cloud and data center computing to cyber security, networking, and integration and logistics across more than 150 countries.

If you thrive in a growth-minded and values-driven culture, Sycomp may be your next career adventure. At Sycomp, you will have the opportunity to work in a global setting, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and be part of a dynamic and growing organization.

Sycomp is known for its strong culture and commitment to employee growth. With a 93% company-wide retention rate, we foster an environment where people can make a meaningful impact, develop professionally, and build rewarding careers over the long term.

Learn more about Sycomp and our employee benefits at: https://sycomp.com/careers/

Sycomp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Sycomp will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as needed. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]

Sycomp may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications or identifying relevant experience. These tools assist our teams, and all hiring decisions are made following human review.