Global Logistics & Compliance Leader

MAS HVAC, Inc; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Short-term and long-term disability

HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care plans

401k matching

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Education assistance program

Annual safety shoe allowance

Job summary

Gradian, a Maple Grove-based engineering-led thermal solutions provider, seeks a seasoned Logistics & Compliance Manager in Minnesota to oversee freight operations across domestic and international lanes while ensuring strict import/export compliance.

You will partner with procurement, legal, and finance to optimize transport costs, manage 3PL relationships, and implement SOPs for Hazmat handling and regulatory controls, driving efficiency and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of logistics operations and trade compliance experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs rules (19 CFR), EAR and ITAR.
• Strong Incoterms 2020, HTS classification, and harmonized codes knowledge.
• Experience with TMS, ERP (SAP/Oracle) and GTS software.
• Certifications in customs/export compliance; Hazmat/DOT/IATA a plus.
• Lean, PFEP and S&OP familiarity; continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily freight operations, carrier selection, route optimization and freight audit.
• Develop and monitor trade compliance programs and HTS classifications.
• Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders and regulators to ensure clearance.
• Set KPIs for carriers/3PLs; negotiate SLAs and rates to reduce costs.
• Create SOPs for logistics processes and hazmat handling.
• Conduct internal audits of shipping docs and export licenses.
• Advise procurement, legal, sales and finance on tariffs and sanctions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Detail-oriented

Project management

Autonomous

Accountability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / International Business / Business Administration

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO)

Tools

TMS software

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

GTS software

Hazmat/DOT/IATA knowledge

Job description

Gradian, a Maple Grove-based engineering-led thermal solutions provider, seeks a seasoned Logistics & Compliance Manager in Minnesota to oversee freight operations across domestic and international lanes while ensuring strict import/export compliance.

You will partner with procurement, legal, and finance to optimize transport costs, manage 3PL relationships, and implement SOPs for Hazmat handling and regulatory controls, driving efficiency and risk mitigation.