Senior Compliance Specialist, Dangerous Goods

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all lithium battery shipping regulations
• Prepare and validate all Dangerous Goods (DG) documentation
• Monitor changes in global regulations and update internal Standard Work Instructions (SWIs)
• Ensure compliance with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, IMDG Code requirements, and DOT regulations
• Design and maintain specialized storage zones for lithium batteries
• Conduct regular audits of warehouse racking, labeling, and packaging integrity
• Develop and deliver DG awareness training for warehouse floor staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in supply chain management focusing on the handling of dangerous goods materials
• IATA DGR Certification: Current certification for the transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (Category 1 or 6)
• IMDG Code Certification: Valid certification for the transport of Dangerous Goods by Sea
• 49 CFR / DOT Hazmat: Deep understanding of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations for domestic U.S. transport
• Familiarity with UN 38.3 Testing Summaries and the ability to interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Experience with Lithium Battery Safety Systems (e.g., specialized fire suppression, thermal monitoring)
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) with DG integration
• Proficiency in customs management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Hard Skills

• Dangerous Goods documentation
• IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
• IMDG Code requirements
• DOT regulations
• Lithium Battery Safety Systems
• Warehouse Management Systems
• customs management software
• Safety Data Sheets interpretation
• UN 38.3 Testing Summaries
• auditing warehouse integrity

Soft Skills

• training development
• compliance monitoring
• communication
• organizational skills
• attention to detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• IATA DGR Certification
• IMDG Code Certification
• 49 CFR / DOT Hazmat certification

Industry Keywords

• lithium battery shipping regulations
• supply chain management
• dangerous goods materials
• Standard Work Instructions
• warehouse racking
• packaging integrity

Tools & Technologies

• Warehouse Management Systems
• Microsoft Office Suite