Trade Compliance Manager

SHEIN U.S.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,300 - 161,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) Plan

Vacation & holidays

Catered lunch

Dog-friendly office

Gym access

Company events

Job summary

SHEIN U.S. is seeking a full-time Trade Compliance Manager for its Los Angeles-based corporate office. The role provides expert guidance on global trade compliance, working with cross-functional teams to manage cross-border requirements and regulatory risk.

You will monitor laws, support audits, strengthen internal controls, and oversee import/export, licensing, and related activities across the Americas, ensuring scalable, compliant operations in a fast-paced tech-driven fashion company.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in Trade Compliance, Global Trade, or a related field.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Customs Compliance Specialist certification is preferred.
• Strong understanding in ERP, WMS, TMS, and GTM software such as SAP, E2O is A+.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and navigate large datasets and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proactively identifies and solves complex problems, thinking beyond existing solutions and frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise business teams on global trade requirements, cross-border transactions, and compliance strategies.
• Assess impact of evolving trade laws and tariff changes on business operations and propose actions.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and due diligence to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Develop and enhance trade compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Create structured project plans outlining challenges, solutions, milestones, risks and execution steps.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to embed trade compliance into processes and initiatives.
• Support customs valuation, classification, import/export, licensing, and regulatory activities in the Americas.
• Coordinate responses to customs audits and regulatory requests; support inquiries.
• Contribute to trade compliance training programs to raise awareness and capability.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory research

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

E2O

GTM software

Job description

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, with more than 15,000 employees operating from offices around the world, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a full-time Trade Compliance Manager for our Los Angeles-based corporate office. The Trade Compliance Manager serves as the key advisor on global trade compliance, helping business teams navigate cross-border requirements, regulatory risks, and compliance strategies. This role monitors changes in trade laws and tariffs, supports audits and investigations, strengthens policies and internal controls, partners with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance into operations, and helps oversee import/export, customs, and licensing activities across the Americas.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Trade Compliance SME, advising business teams on global trade requirements, cross-border transactions, and compliance strategies.
• Analyze evolving trade laws, tariff changes, and geopolitical developments to assess business impacts and recommend strategic actions.
• Conduct trade compliance risk assessments, audits, due diligence reviews, and internal investigations to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Build and enhance Trade Compliance policies, procedures, internal controls, and technology solutions to support scalable operations.
• Develop structured project plans outlining business challenges, solutions, milestones, risks, and execution strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate Trade Compliance into business processes, strategic initiatives, and operational decisions.
• Support customs valuation, classification, import/export, licensing, and regulatory compliance initiatives across the Americas.
• Support customs audits, government inquiries, and regulatory requests by coordinating timely and effective responses.
• Be part of the development and deliver Trade Compliance training programs to strengthen organizational awareness and compliance culture.

Job Requirements

• 8–10 years of experience in Trade Compliance, Global Trade, or a related field.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Customs Compliance Specialist certification is preferred.
• Strong understanding in ERP, WMS, TMS, and Global Trade Management (GTM) software such as SAP, E2O is A+.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and navigate large datasets and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proactively identifies and solves complex problems, thinking beyond existing solutions and frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Benefits And Perks

• Bonus eligible
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account with Employer Funding
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)
• Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor
• Vacation, paid holidays, floating holiday and sick days
• Employee discounts
• Free weekly catered lunch
• Dog-friendly office (available at select locations)
• Free gym access (available at select locations)
• Free swag giveawaysAnnual Holiday Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Pay Range: $140,300 USD - $161,350 USD