Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting and executing the Company’s regional trade compliance strategies and managing the Global Trade Compliance Shared Services team. The position will engage with the Company’s business units to implement and enforce trade compliance requirements. A successful candidate for this position should be a knowledgeable leader in the area of trade compliance with a proven track record in Customs Compliance and be able to support the development of regional strategies for trade compliance in accordance with the global trade compliance strategy. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Manage import/export processes, including classification, valuation, licensing, and documentation requirements, to facilitate the smooth flow of goods across borders while minimizing delays and costs. 
• Manage & mentor import/export compliance personnel and develop staff including hiring, goal setting, performance, coaching, teamwork and projects. 
• Secure a high service level for all Shared Service Functions provided including, but not limited to, product classification, FTA assessment, broker management, audits, exports, and more. 
• Monitor customs and trade regulation and their implications and prepare operational procedures accordingly.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on customs compliance matters, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders on complex issues and transactions. 
• Successfully interact with various government agencies. 
• Elaborate on common practices & process improvements and assess the potential of automation. 
• Oversee & enhance broker performance reporting & performance management. 
• Develop regional customs KPI cockpit (US import/export). 
• Collaborate with global TC peers and evaluate the benefits of shared processes and procedures.
• Develop and provide expertise and input to standard Training requirements in line with regional TC training concepts & assist with training preparation and delivery of training (internal or external as certain supplier training is stated in CTPAT program).
• Work as a contributing member on cross-functional and multinational teams to ensure trade procedures are in place and being followed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in customs compliance, logistics, and supply chain management, with a strong understanding of US import/export regulations, customs processes, and trade compliance best practices.
• Prior leadership or management experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is a requirement - concentration in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration is preferred.
• An MBA degree is preferred but not required
• Customs Brokerage license required.
• Knowledge of the SAP ECC system is desired.