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United Parcel Service (UPS)

Key Responsibilities Dangerous Goods Program Management * Direct and oversee the company's dangerous goods compliance program across all transport modes (air, ground, and international). * Enforce ...

LANXESS

HAZMAT Compliance Mgr

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Manages management of change (MOC) for Dangerous Goods (DG) classification and packaging; * Responds to, investigates root causes, and provides advice to off-site emergency response to distribution ...

Murata Americas

Trade Compliance Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Manage dangerous goods regulations by maintaining Dangerous Goods certification and advising on compliance when shipping these goods. Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities * Support backup ...

Murata America

Trade Compliance Analyst

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

Manage dangerous goods regulations by maintaining Dangerous Goods certification and advising on compliance when shipping these goods. Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities * Support backup ...

Neros Technologies

Logistics Manager

Torrance, CA

$134K - $187K/yr

This role requires deep expertise in international trade compliance, dangerous goods transportation ... Manage end-to-end domestic and international shipping operations across air, ocean, and ground ...

Neros Technologies

Logistics Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

$134K - $187K/yr

This role requires deep expertise in international trade compliance, dangerous goods transportation ... Manage end-to-end domestic and international shipping operations across air, ocean, and ground ...

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How much do manager dangerous goods jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager dangerous goods in the United States is $106,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the unique challenges faced by a Manager Dangerous Goods in ensuring regulatory compliance across different regions?

A Manager Dangerous Goods often deals with the complexity of varying local, national, and international regulations regarding the transportation, storage, and handling of hazardous materials. Staying updated with frequent changes in regulations, such as those from the IATA, IMDG, and DOT, is crucial. Additionally, ensuring that all team members are properly trained and that documentation is meticulously maintained can be challenging, especially in a fast-paced logistics environment. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including operations, safety, and legal—is key to proactively identifying compliance gaps and implementing corrective actions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Dangerous Goods, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Dangerous Goods, you need in-depth knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, risk management, and supply chain logistics, often backed by certifications like DGSA (Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor) or IATA DGR certification. Familiarity with compliance management systems, transport documentation software, and safety auditing tools is typically required. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. These skills and qualifications are vital for maintaining safety, legal compliance, and operational efficiency when handling and transporting dangerous goods.

What are Manager Dangerous Goods?

A Manager Dangerous Goods is a professional responsible for overseeing the safe handling, storage, transportation, and compliance of hazardous materials within an organization. They ensure that all operations involving dangerous goods adhere to local, national, and international regulations, such as those from the Department of Transportation (DOT) or International Air Transport Association (IATA). Their duties often include staff training, risk assessment, incident response planning, and maintaining up-to-date records of hazardous material activities. This role is crucial for minimizing safety risks and legal liabilities associated with dangerous goods.
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Manager, Dangerous Goods Management

Manager, Dangerous Goods Management

Forward Air

Groveport, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

The Manager, Global Dangerous Goods Management supports and responds to hazardous materials and dangerous goods inquiries through the organization’s Global Hazmat Desk. They provide expert guidance across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, on hazardous materials compliance, shipment acceptability, emergency response, and regulatory requirements. They are responsible for interpreting and communicating hazardous materials standards in accordance with company policies and applicable local, country, and international regulations, including DOT, IATA, IMDG, ADR, and other regional frameworks. They partner cross-functionally with operations, safety, legal, and compliance teams to ensure alignment and mitigate risk across a global logistics network. They play a key role in supporting training, audit readiness, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position operates within a global, 24/7 environment requiring responsiveness and sound decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to stations, terminals, branches, warehouses, operations teams, internal support functions, and external customers regarding hazardous materials compliance, shipment requirements, and regulatory guidance
  • Provide global guidance on hazardous materials shipment acceptability, documentation, classification, and regulatory requirements
  • Support global hazardous waste and disposal initiatives in partnership with approved third-party vendors and local operating teams
  • Deliver hazardous materials / dangerous goods training programs covering classification, labeling, marking, packaging, documentation, segregation, and hazard communication requirements
  • Advise leadership on process gaps, operational risks, audit findings, and opportunities to strengthen hazardous materials controls globally
  • Review, audit, and maintain required records including manifests, declarations, permits, training logs, incident reports, and supporting documentation
  • Provide immediate guidance on spills, leaks, damaged freight, and hazmat incidents
  • Coordinate reporting, containment, and escalation procedures for hazardous materials incidents
  • Partner with Safety, Legal, Operations, Customs, and Compliance teams to ensure enterprise alignment on hazardous materials requirements
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, SOP development, and harmonization of global hazmat processes across the enterprise
  • All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs

Qualifications

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • Certification/Licensure: Current certification in DOT 49 CFR, IMDG regulations, and IATA Dangerous Goods required
  • Experience: 3+ years of experience directly related to hazardous materials, dangerous goods, transportation compliance, or environmental health & safety; or 5+ years of industry experience in operations, transportation, freight forwarding, warehousing, or compliance roles
  • Experience supporting multi-site or international operations preferred
  • Strong knowledge of global transport standards for hazardous materials across ground, air, ocean, and warehouse environments, including DOT, IATA, IMDG, ADR, OSHA, EPA, and applicable country regulations
  • Ability to interpret technical regulations and communicate requirements clearly to non-technical audiences; strong problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities
  • Ability to remain calm and decisive during spills, incidents, and urgent compliance matters; knowledge of PPE requirements and emergency response protocols
  • Ability to develop training content, lead employee education sessions, and reinforce compliance culture; strong documentation, auditing, and recordkeeping skills; ability to work across time zones in a global 24/7 environment
  • Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
  • Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
  • Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.

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