Trade Compliance Manager

Main Tasks

Manage and oversee import and export activities, procedures and policies, including but not limited to the following: 

• Develop, implement and maintain trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations as well as in accordance with company policies and procedures.  
• Evaluate and drive opportunities to streamline and standardize process and procedures.  
• Collaborate and build cross functional relationships with in the business to drive compliance. 
• Manage import customs reporting and customs valuation, country of origin and classification.  
• Complete and maintain Customs Compliance Manual. 
• Create and maintain documented process and procedures to align with Customs Compliance manual in business /entities.  
• Manage customs brokers, maintain customs brokerage SOP and evaluate performance  
• Oversee Export and Import declarations and processes (including Importer security filings), implement as necessary.  
• Ensure product classification integrity for both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification 
• Maintain global trade data (HTS, JC, COO) and communicate as needed 
• Implement and conduct Trade Compliance Training as needed. 
• Post entry audit and AES audit to ensure compliance with US regulations 
• Record retention compliance  
• Business liaison with U.S. Customs, and other agencies as required 
• Communicate import and export regulatory updates, metrics and other data as identified to management and business stakeholders. 
• Ensure adequate resources dedicated to trade compliance functions and make recommendations to cross function partners/management and leadership.  
• Identify areas of duty/cost recovery and implement programs accordingly  
• Resolve import and export issues with business, brokerage, third parties and vendors.  
• Additional duties as assigned

Education / Certifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• 8-10 years experience in trade compliance for importer/exporter 

Basic Qualifications 

• Experienced and Knowledgeable 19 CFR Customs Duties, Foreign Trade Regulations, EAR 15 CFR and CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria  
• Background in customs compliance and tariff management
• Classification experience with both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification  
• Experience with SAP, or similar ERP’s preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in fast past environment 
• Computer proficiency
• Strong time management, prioritization, analytical and organization skills 
• Problem solver and detail oriented   
• CTPAT program experience is a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the US

Skills