International Trade Compliance Manager

Olin Chemicals; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin Chemicals, based in Houston, TX, seeks an International Trade Compliance Manager to lead cross-border programs for North America, overseeing import/export operations, marine logistics, and regulatory compliance to optimize costs and efficiency.

The role requires a strong background in marine logistics, ERP integration, and cost management, with up to 10% travel and a hybrid schedule offering up to 2 days remote weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing.
• 3+ years in international trade, customs, or trade compliance.
• Strong cost management, freight procurement, and optimization skills.
• Import/export operational acumen and international logistics expertise.
• Experience with ERP systems and trade automation tools.
• Strong marine logistics experience across barges, vessels, ports, and terminals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate trade compliance objectives and policies.
• Oversee duty management programs and customs compliance processes.
• Serve as HS classification subject matter expert.
• Lead compliance automation, ERP integration, and process improvements.
• Manage import and export operations, customs brokers, docs, and cross-border logistics.
• Drive transportation and trade cost management and landed cost optimization.
• Provide strategic oversight of marine logistics operations across the region.
• Manage marine carrier performance for safe, compliant, cost-effective operations.
• Optimize vessel scheduling, terminal utilization, throughput, and demurrage.
• Develop KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and compliance.

Skills

Cost management

Freight procurement

Supply chain optimization

Import/export operations

International logistics

ERP systems

Trade automation tools

Marine logistics

Vessel scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems

Trade automation tools

Job description

Title

International Trade Compliance Manager

Location

Houston, TX

Salary

$120,000 - $175,000

Schedule

Hybrid schedule available of up to 2 days remote per week

Focus

The International Trade Compliance Manager leads Olin's trade compliance programs, import/export operations, marine logistics, and transportation cost management activities across North America. The role drives regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and cost effective movement of goods in support of organizational goals.

What You'll Do

• Develop and communicate trade compliance objectives and policies.
• Oversee duty management programs and customs compliance processes
• Serve as Harmonized System (HS) classification subject matter expert
• Lead compliance automation, ERP integration, and process improvements
• Manage import and export operations, customs brokers, documentation, and cross-border logistics
• Drive transportation and trade compliance cost management, freight spend analysis, and landed cost optimization
• Lead operations team and provide strategic oversight of marine logistics operations; including barges, vessels, containers, marine terminals, and ports across the region
• Manage marine carrier, vessel, barge, and terminal operator performance to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations
• Optimize vessel scheduling, terminal utilization, throughput, demurrage, and transportation costs
• Develop KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and trade compliance activities

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree*; Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Logistics or related fields preferred; Advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of Supply Chain, Logistics, or Manufacturing experience
• 3+ years of International Trade, Customs, or Trade Compliance experience
• Strong cost management, freight procurement, and supply chain optimization skills
• Demonstrated import/export operational acumen and international logistics expertise
• Experience with ERP systems and trade automation tools
• Strong marine logistics experience; including management of barges, ocean vessels, marine terminals, ports, and bulk transportation networks
• Understanding of terminal operations, vessel scheduling, berth management, marine transportation economics, and maritime supply chain optimization
• Must be able to travel up to 10%
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid Driver's License

All In With Olin

Olin is a global leader in chemical manufacturing and ammunition, with a legacy built on innovation, safety, and accountability. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, we invest in people who are ready to go All In for their careers, their teams, and their communities. An All-In Investment in Your Future At Olin, total rewards go beyond a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits support your health, financial well-being, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

• *Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.