Job Description

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