Zeekr International ยท 1 month ago
US Logistics & Trade Compliance Coordinator
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expZeekr International is seeking an experienced logistics professional to support high-impact international operations involving finished vehicles and EV batteries. This role serves as a key operations point of contact for inbound and outbound shipments to/from the United States, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international regulatory requirements.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Support end-to-end logistics for EVs from manufacturing through ocean transport, U.S. port operations, and distribution
Coordinate with the Compliance team to ensure vehicle readiness (VIN/labeling accuracy, homologation packages, EV battery handling, regulatory checks)
Provide operational guidance to overseas plants to align production schedules with carrier capacity and launch timelines
Identify logistics bottlenecks and contribute to corrective actions and process improvements
Serve as a resource on CBP regulations, NHTSA/EPA/DOT/FMVSS requirements, and EV-specific HAZMAT/battery rules
Validate import/export documents (CI/PL) and support Compliance with COO, test reports, MSDS/TDS, and homologation files
Maintain accurate HTS classifications for vehicles, EV batteries, and regulated components, support internal teams and suppliers with guidance
Assist in resolving customs exams, holds, PGA reviews, and documentation discrepancies
Manage U.S. export shipments, including AES filings, destination compliance, and carrier coordination
Monitor CBP bond sufficiency, renewals, usage, and exposure related to high-value EV imports
Support the management of Temporary Import Bonds (TIBs) for prototypes, demo fleets, and engineering vehicles
Create and oversee ATA Carnets for events, demonstrations, and temporary international movements
Support 3PL transportation, warehousing, and customs operations across ocean, FTL/LTL, parcel, and air freight
Support the Inventory control team with warehouse performance metrics, forecasting, pick/pack KPIs, and WMS reporting
Participate in operational reviews, continuous improvement activities, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs)
Assist the U.S. Logistics Manager in preparing semiannual executive-level performance reports
Provide mentorship and performance feedback to 3PLs, carriers, and warehouse partners
Help develop statements of work, KPIs, RFQs, performance metrics, and SOPs
Collaborate with the Purchasing team on MSAs, NDAs, logistics contracts, and service agreements
Ensure adherence to domestic and international supply chain laws and company policies
Develop and maintain logistics KPIs, dashboards, and compliance reporting
Support long-term logistics initiatives, network optimization, and cost-reduction efforts
Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders, freight forwarders, global OEM teams, and suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience in automotive logistics, international supply chain, customs, or FVL operations
Strong understanding of all transportation modes: ocean, truckload, LTL, parcel, and air
Solid working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations, CBP processes, PGAs, and EV battery requirements
Familiarity with CBP Bonds, TIBs, ATA Carnets, and temporary import/export processes
Experience managing 3PL providers, logistics KPIs, and WMS reporting systems
Ability to support contract negotiations and manage supplier performance with minimal supervision
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to support escalations and cross-functional coordination
Proficiency with ERP/TMS systems and OEM logistics platforms
Flexible availability for evening calls with Asia and early-morning calls with Europe
Preferred
Professional certifications (CCS, CES, CUSECO, Customs Broker License) are a plus but not required
Foreign language skills (e.g., Mandarin) are a plus
Company
Zeekr International
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase