Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager

Gradian Thermal Solutions; Osseo (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health accounts

Paid holidays & PTO

Retirement plan

Safety shoe allowance

Education assistance

Job summary

Gradian is seeking an experienced Logistics & Compliance Manager to oversee transportation operations and ensure import/export compliance across domestic and international lanes. You will partner with 3PLs, manage carrier performance, and develop SOPs for Hazmat handling and trade compliance, while advising internal teams on tariffs and regulatory changes.

This on-site role at Gradian in Maple Grove, MN offers a people-first culture and opportunities to influence end-to-end logistics in AI

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in supply chain or related field.
• 5–8+ years logistics and trade compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regs (19 CFR), EAR, and ITAR.
• Experience with Incoterms 2020 and HTS classification.
• Familiarity with SAP/Oracle and TMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily freight operations, including carrier selection and route optimization.
• Develop and monitor trade compliance programs for import/export regulations.
• Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies.
• Set KPIs for carriers/3PLs, negotiate SLAs and rate structures.
• Publish SOPs for logistics, Hazmat handling, and trade compliance.
• Conduct internal audits for shipping docs and export controls.
• Advise on tariffs, duty drawbacks, sanctions, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Logistics

Trade Compliance

Customs Regulations

Incoterms 2020

TMS

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

TMS

Job description

Gradian is seeking an experienced Logistics & Compliance Manager to oversee transportation operations and ensure import/export compliance across domestic and international lanes. You will partner with 3PLs, manage carrier performance, and develop SOPs for Hazmat handling and trade compliance, while advising internal teams on tariffs and regulatory changes.

This on-site role at Gradian in Maple Grove, MN offers a people-first culture and opportunities to influence end-to-end logistics in AI