Vulcan Elements

Logistics and Customs Manager

Research Triangle Park, NC

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

ComplianceOutbound SalesValuationSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementERPWarehouse Management SystemTransportation Management

About the role

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future.
With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future.
and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

Manage daily inbound and outbound logistics operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods.
Coordinate transportation, warehousing, customs compliance, and import/export activities to support manufacturing operations.
Execute and maintain the company's global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to U.S. and international regulations, including ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, country of origin, and valuation requirements.
Manage customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to ensure reliable service, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency.
Support tariff management, duty optimization, and trade compliance initiatives while identifying opportunities to improve logistics costs and efficiency.
Manage inbound and outbound packaging requirements and coordinate packaging solutions that protect product quality and optimize transportation.
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Customer Operations, and Data Informatics to improve logistics processes, shipment visibility, and operational performance.
Assist in warehouse and distribution planning to support production growth and customer requirements.
Support internal and external audits related to logistics and trade compliance.
As the Logistics and Customs Manager, you will lead the day-to-day execution of domestic and international logistics, distribution, and trade compliance activities supporting our U.S. magnet manufacturing operations.

Requirements

2+ year s of experience leading logistics operations, supervising teams, or managing transportation and customs activities.
Working knowledge of global trade compliance, including ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, import/export documentation, and country of origin requirements.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Global Trade Management (GTM) software.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, or international trade compliance within a manufacturing environment such as advanced materials, aerospace, automotive, battery, or industrial manufacturing.

Nice to have

Licensed Customs Broker (Preferred)

Company info

Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

Visa & Work Authorization

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U

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