Trade compliance manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Trade Compliance Manager based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Manager to lead and oversee import and export compliance activities across multiple US-based operations. In this strategic role, you will drive regulatory compliance, manage customs operations, and optimize tariff costs while ensuring adherence to international trade regulations. You will lead and support a team of trade compliance specialists, strengthen relationships with customs brokers, and promote consistent best practices across sites. The position also involves monitoring regulatory changes, identifying duty-saving opportunities, and managing complex classification and country-of-origin requirements. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will contribute to effective risk management and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, international supply chain environment.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and support trade compliance specialists in managing import and export activities, ensuring consistent application of corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee tariff tracking, tariff cost recovery, duty-saving initiatives, and post-entry activities, including Post Summary Corrections (PSC) and customs protests.
• Monitor changes in trade regulations and ensure that relevant sites implement appropriate compliance measures and import procedures.
• Oversee Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications and Schedule B assignments, providing guidance and reviewing classifications when necessary.
• Support customs broker management, monitor broker performance, and ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
• Manage export compliance activities, including Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs), pre-export screening, and prohibited-party screening.
• Provide guidance on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Certificates of Origin (COO), USMCA, KORUS, AALA, CAFE, and other applicable trade programs.
• Support compliance with Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements and regulations administered by agencies such as EPA, NHTSA, FCC, FDA, and FAA.
• Conduct country-of-origin analyses and ensure appropriate marking in accordance with applicable US customs regulations.
• Oversee trade compliance recordkeeping, document retention, periodic audits, and annual internal compliance reviews.
• Provide guidance on Incoterms and ensure employees understand their proper application in international transactions.
• Maintain and update import and export compliance manuals in line with regulatory developments and internal procedures.
• Deliver ongoing training and educational support to employees while identifying opportunities to improve compliance processes and operational performance.
• Collaborate with management, internal departments, customers, customs brokers, and other stakeholders on trade-related matters.
• Participate in additional compliance projects and undertake domestic or international travel when required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (four-year college degree) in a relevant field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in international trade, customs, import/export operations, or trade compliance.
• Customs Broker License strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US import and export regulations, customs procedures, tariff management, and international trade compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) customs portal.
• Knowledge of HTS classification, Schedule B, EAR, ECCN, country-of-origin regulations, trade agreements, and customs post-entry procedures.
• Familiarity with government agency requirements and international trade programs, including USMCA and other applicable free trade agreements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, customers, customs brokers, and external stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive approach to identifying process improvements.
• Experience providing guidance, training, or support to compliance teams and other business functions.
• Flexibility to undertake occasional domestic and international travel.
• Ability to work in a setting requiring extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

• Full-time, remote working arrangement.
• Opportunity to contribute to international trade compliance strategy and operational excellence.
• Exposure to complex customs, tariff, and global supply chain operations.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development through internal and external training seminars.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment that values diversity, innovation, and professional growth.
• Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders.

Salary and additional benefits: Not specified in the original job posting.