Global Trade & Compliance Operations Leader

Verkada Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Financial wellness programs

Parental leave and fertility benefits

Paid holidays and flexible PTO

Wellness programs

Job summary

Verkada Inc. is seeking a Sr. Global Operations Trade & Compliance Manager in San Mateo, CA to lead international logistics, customs compliance, and supply chain operations.

You will optimize routes, manage multiple hubs, and ensure regulatory compliance across regions. The role requires extensive international trade experience, strong analytical and project management skills, and the ability to drive cost savings across global logistics networks.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of supply chain management experience, with at least 6 years in international logistics and customs/trade compliance.
• Deep knowledge of international trade regulations, customs procedures, tariffs, and trade agreements.
• Proven experience managing relationships with 3PLs, customs brokers, and freight forwarders.
• Experience with customs clearance, commercial documentation, and import/export compliance across multiple countries.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to manage data, identify trends, and optimize operations.
• Excellent project management skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Optimize shipping methods and routes based on cost, speed, and service requirements; maintain and update global delivery matrices.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics for multiple distribution hubs; oversee inventory movement and fulfillment operations.
• Monitor fulfillment costs by geography and implement cost optimization strategies; track KPIs including on-time delivery, cost per unit, and shipment accuracy.
• Handle exceptional shipments (hazmat, oversized, time-sensitive); ensure compliance with carrier and regulatory requirements.
• Lead customs clearance processes for all international shipments; prepare and review commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and export documentation.
• Manage relationships with customs brokers and international freight forwarders; ensure timely and accurate filing of customs documentation.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with country-specific import/export regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements (including USMCA, EU trade rules).
• Navigate complex regulatory requirements by market including product certifications, NOMs (Mexican regulations), ERP memberships, and hazmat classifications.
• Support new market entry initiatives by researching regulatory requirements, identifying compliant logistics partners, and coordinating with brokers and legal teams.
• Stay current on changing international trade regulations and proactively alert leadership to impacts on operations.
• Lead initiatives to expand operations into new markets.
• Develop fulfillment roadmaps and long-term supply chain strategies to support business growth.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and finance teams on transfer pricing, cost modeling, and product compliance requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements using data analysis and industry best practices.
• Maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for all logistics and customs processes.

Skills

International trade

Customs clearance

3PL management

Import/export compliance

Data analysis

Project management

English fluency

Education

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

Tools

CampusShip

eFactory

SFDC

SAP

Job description

Verkada Inc. is seeking a Sr. Global Operations Trade & Compliance Manager in San Mateo, CA to lead international logistics, customs compliance, and supply chain operations.

You will optimize routes, manage multiple hubs, and ensure regulatory compliance across regions. The role requires extensive international trade experience, strong analytical and project management skills, and the ability to drive cost savings across global logistics networks.