Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Leader

VulcanForms Inc.; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

generous paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. seeks a Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager to own end-to-end logistics, including inbound/outbound freight, customs, and ITAR/DFARS compliance. You will build a team and scale as the company grows, reporting to the VP of Supply Chain.

You will lead negotiations, develop tariff models, manage hazardous materials logistics (titanium powder), and implement a robust TMS to drive visibility and cost efficiency across a high-growth manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or related field preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive logistics/trade compliance experience with at least 5 years in senior/director roles.
• Experience leading a logistics function with significant freight spend ($50M+).

Responsibilities

• Own and develop VulcanForms' global logistics strategy, including carrier relationships and 3PL/warehousing.
• Lead freight contract negotiations across parcel, LTL, FTL, air and ocean.
• Oversee full trade compliance program: ITAR, EAR, HS/HTS, USTR filings, and country-of-origin.
• Manage customs brokerage relationships and ensure compliant import/export declarations.
• Develop tariff impact models with Finance to mitigate exposure.
• Oversee hazardous materials logistics, including titanium powder handling and certifications.
• Manage demurrage/detention and carrier performance, with KPI dashboards for delivery and costs.
• Implement and manage a Transportation Management System for visibility and optimization.
• Build and scale the Logistics & Trade Compliance team and provide training/audit programs.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or related field

Tools

TMS

Epicor

SAP GTS

Amber Road

Job description

VulcanForms Inc. seeks a Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager to own end-to-end logistics, including inbound/outbound freight, customs, and ITAR/DFARS compliance. You will build a team and scale as the company grows, reporting to the VP of Supply Chain.

You will lead negotiations, develop tariff models, manage hazardous materials logistics (titanium powder), and implement a robust TMS to drive visibility and cost efficiency across a high-growth manufacturing environment.