Foreign Trade Zone Manager

Celestica International LP•Richardson, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trade Compliance FTZ Manager serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for end-to-end operational governance and import/export regulatory compliance for the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) including implementation with a 3PL solution. This role oversees site compliance with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, focusing on daily zone operations, audit readiness, and strategic trade compliance management.

Requirements

Proven experience working with 3PL FTZ including implementations.
Project Management experience.
Provide IT/ICRS experience including supplier mapping, ASN development.
Experience working with electronic or high tech supply chains.
Strong working knowledge of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
Proficiency in specialized FTZ software.
Advanced data analytics skills in Excel.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Zone Specialist (CZS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary site subject matter expert for all FTZ operational and trade compliance matters.
Direct daily zone and import activities, including admissions (CBPF 214), weekly consumption entries (CBPF 3461/7501), removals, and cross-functional stakeholder communications.
Lead mandatory Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System (ICRS) audits to ensure alignment between physical inventory and digital customs records.
Prepare and submit annual regulatory filings, including the FTZ Board Annual Report, Annual Reconciliation, and Annual Certification Letter.
Maintain the FTZ Procedures Manual and SOPs, audit entry accuracy, and conduct regulatory training programs for management and key import/export personnel.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize operational efficiency and measure cost savings.
Partner with customs brokers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to maintain regulatory compliance, ensure Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) accuracy, and manage daily receipt reconciliation.
Implementation and project management of 3PL and Direct Company FTZ.
Working with SCM key stakeholders and IT to map foreign material and access storage (warehouse) FTZ solutions.
Key contact for 3PL FTZ solution including engaging with internal and external stakeholders.