Trade Compliance Manager

Confidential Position: Trade Compliance Manager – Customs

Location: Primarily Surprise, AZ (Hybrid flexibility with approval)

Travel: Occasional – sites

Overview:

Seeking a seasoned Trade Compliance professional to manage U.S. import compliance and operations. This role oversees customs brokerage, administration, and ensures alignment with U.S. trade regulations. Ideal candidates bring direct experience with CBP, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration in logistics and trade strategy.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental Vision
• 401k Match 3%
• 16 paid Holidays
• 2-4 Weeks Vacation
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Bonuses
• Generous and Friendly Company

Key Focus Areas:

Customs Compliance:

• Direct import clearance oversight and broker management
• HTS classification, origin/valuation review, and documentation accuracy
• Post-entry processes, bond monitoring, FTA application

Operations:

• Act as an Administrator, ensuring adherence to 19 CFR Part 146
• Manage ICRS, admissions, weekly entries, and reporting
• Coordinate with CBP, Port Directors, and Grantees; lead training

Trade Program Management:

• Maintain compliance policies, lead audits, and risk assessments
• Prepare for CBP reviews and inspections
• Analyze savings from duty deferral and lead internal process improvements

Cross-functional Leadership:

• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Legal, IT, and Procurement
• Support changes in trade flows and new product imports
• Drive cost and efficiency opportunities through strategies

Experience Needed:

• Bachelor’s in International Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• CCS, CZS preferred; LCB a plus
• 5+ years in customs, Foreign Trade Zones, and import compliance
• Proficient with ACE, ABI, systems (e.g., Questaweb), ERP tools
• Analytical, detail-focused, effective communicator and trainer
• Experience leading compliance programs and presenting to leadership

Preferred:

• FTZ expansion/implementation experience
• Knowledge of Section 321, First Sale, reconciliation, and drawback

Interested candidates should forward a resume to Jannine Adams, Talent Acquisition Manager.