About us : YQN is a leading one-stop international logistics online services platform, offering comprehensive international logistics services, including FCL, LCL, air freight, rail service, trucking, customs clearance, warehousing, cargo insurance, bulk cargo service, port of destination services, etc. We are designed to apply the internet and digital technology to visualize and optimize cross-border supply chain logistics to achieve the same efficiency and convenience as express delivery. ‘Simple shipping and easy freight’ is the mission of YQN.

We have developed strategic cooperative partnerships with leading ocean carriers and logistics service providers such as COSCO Shipping, Maersk Line, Sinotrans, etc.

About The Role

: We are looking for a Commercial Lease & Permitting Specialist to support the company's warehouse expansion and ongoing lease compliance across the United States. This role serves as the primary coordinator between internal business teams, landlords, brokers, outside counsel, and corporate legal teams throughout the entire lease lifecycle—from commercial lease negotiations to post-execution compliance and permitting coordination. This is not a construction management or project management role.

Instead, the position focuses on commercial lease administration, legal coordination, risk management, and permit compliance for warehouse operations. This role can be based in Fontana, CA, Port Reading, NJ, Buford, GA, or Katy, TX.

Responsibilities

S. Review Letters of Intent (LOIs), evaluate business terms including rent and lease term, and prepare financial analyses for internal decision-making. Coordinate with external counsel and corporate legal teams during lease drafting and negotiations.

Review legal comments and proposed revisions, identify business impacts, and facilitate negotiations with landlords and brokers. Organize negotiation meetings involving landlords, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders to resolve outstanding lease issues. Manage internal approval workflows and execute lease agreements while ensuring final documents accurately reflect negotiated terms.

Serve as the primary point of contact for landlord correspondence, lease notices, amendments, estoppels, consents, and other lease-related documentation. Coordinate legal review of lease-related requests before execution.

Requirements

to warehouse operations, finance, administration, and regional leadership. Provide internal guidance regarding lease restrictions, including permitted warehouse use, hazardous materials, operational limitations, and other lease-related compliance matters.

, including security deposits, Letters of Credit (LCs), insurance certificates (COIs), and other contractual obligations.

are satisfied before lease execution. Coordinate permitting activities for warehouse facilities across multiple states.

and government regulations related to warehouse operations. Manage permit application processes while coordinating with consultants, contractors, and local authorities. Build and maintain relationships with regional permitting consultants and external service providers to support project execution.

Partner with Operations, Facilities, Finance, Legal, Real Estate, and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution of lease and permitting activities. Escalate complex legal or commercial issues with well-developed recommendations supported by legal consultation and business analysis.

Qualifications

: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.