Freight Forwarding Operations Manager Jobs in Virginia

Imagine yourself...

• Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.
• Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
• Collaborating with a vibrant, inclusive, global team.

It's possible with a role at ChemTreat.

ChemTreat, a Veralto company, is the nation's largest and fastest-growing specialty chemical company dedicated solely to industrial water treatment. Our 2,000 associates across North and South America help customers-from power producers to food and beverage companies to the automotive industry-optimize operations while protecting people and the environment.

When you join the ChemTreat team and the broader Veralto network, you'll have the chance to shape the future of both your career and the planet. You'll have opportunities to build new skills and invest in your development, all while doing meaningful work that impacts the world's vital water resources.

Learn more about how our team is maximizing the power of water: https://wi.st/3vH5OUK

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hybrid work environment
• Professional onboarding and training options
• Career coaching and development opportunities
• Health benefits (effective day one)
• 401(k) with company match

Reporting to the Global Trade Compliance Manager, the Global Trade Compliance Specialist supports day-to-day import/export operations and trade compliance activities across ChemTreat's international supply chain network.

This is a highly operational role focused on international shipment execution, import/export documentation, customs coordination, and trade compliance support. You will work closely with Customer Service, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Product Management, external customs brokers, and freight forwarders to ensure the compliant and efficient movement of goods across international borders.

This position is based in Glen Allen, Virginia, and operates in a hybrid work model.

In This Role, a Typical Day Will Look Like:

• Support day-to-day import and export operations for international shipments.
• Prepare, review, and maintain trade documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and shipper instruction letters.
• Coordinate directly with customs brokers and freight forwarders on shipment processing, documentation requirements, and operational follow-up.
• Monitor shipment issues, customs holds, and documentation gaps - coordinating resolution with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Restricted Party Screening activities and escalation processes.
• Assist with HTS classification, Schedule B, ECCN, and country of origin data maintenance.
• Support process improvement initiatives related to shipment execution, trade documentation, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain trade compliance records, shipment audit files, and databases in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

The Essential Requirements of the Job Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, Trade Compliance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in import/export operations, freight forwarding, customs brokerage support, or trade compliance.
• Familiarity with import/export documentation and customs processes (HTS, AES/EEI, Incoterms, Restricted Party Screening).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the chemical industry or with hazardous materials shipments.
• Experience with Descartes Export Documentation Manager (EDM), Microsoft D365, or Descartes Visual Compliance.
• Familiarity with ACE Portal, OneSource Global Trade, or Kissflow.
• Prior experience supporting international shipment execution in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

ChemTreat is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5.5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you'll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we're Safeguarding the World's Most Vital Resources-and building rewarding careers along the way.

Veralto is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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