Key Responsibilities:
• Develop, maintain and implement enterprise-wide trade compliance policies, procedures, and training materials, including internal customs compliance manuals
• Oversee the accurate classification and compliance treatment of imported or exported parts, including tariffs, duties, country of origin, and preferential trade programs (e.g. USMCA)
• Manage customs brokers and third-party trade service providers to ensure adherence to legal requirements and company standards
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of import/export documentation and proper recordkeeping practices
• Stay updated about and interpret changes in trade laws such as export controls
• Responsible for identifying and conducting risk assessments and implementing strategies to prevent violations and mitigate potential penalties
• Perform periodic audits of trade activities to identify and address compliance issues and support regulatory inquiries, audits and enforcement matters as needed
• Lead weekly customs update meetings with key internal stakeholders
• Train key personnel across the enterprise to ensure compliance with applicable customs laws and regulations
• Team up with Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance and other functions to ensure business decisions appropriately consider trade compliance, tariff exposure, and downstream customs impacts
Required Skills:
• Strong analytical skills needed to assess complex regulations and develop effective resolutions for trade-related compliance issues
• Deep understanding of customs regulations, export controls, and international trade agreements
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply general rules of interpretation for classifying parts
• Excellent customer service and communication skills to manage and foster relationships with customs brokers and other vendors as well as collaboration with internal teams
• Ability to identify and resolve trade-related compliance issues
• Detail oriented and deadline driven
• Critical thinking, analytical, leadership, planning, project management, and organizational skills
Experience Level:
5+ years of import/export compliance experience. Automotive experience is highly desirable.
Educational Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Additional Experiences:
Certifications LCB, CES, or CCP
Experience working in the automotive manufacturing industry preferred
Travel Requirements:
5-10% domestic travel to other plants