Global Customs Compliance Leader

Sun Chemical Corporation • Northlake, IL

2d • $115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Global Customs Compliance Leader to build and lead our customs and trade compliance function across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. This is a strategic leadership role where you'll establish processes, set governance frameworks, and create audit mechanisms that ensure compliance and operational excellence across our Packaging & Graphics, Color Materials, and Advanced Materials business units.

Requirements

• 10+ years of customs and trade compliance experience in a global manufacturing or chemical company
• Proven ability to establish processes, governance frameworks, and compliance programs
• Deep expertise in customs compliance across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific
• Strong understanding of HTS classification, FTAs, country of origin rules, and import/export regulations

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• Licensed Customs Broker certification
• Experience with SAP and APO systems
• Background in ethical supplier compliance and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a harmonized global customs compliance program from the ground up
• Establish governance structures, standard operating procedures, and audit processes across all regions
• Create a scalable compliance organization as foundational processes mature
• Standardize systems and processes while incorporating regional best practices
• Oversee harmonized tariff classification (HTS), country of origin determinations, and Free Trade Agreement eligibility
• Manage denied party screening, preference documentation, and manufacturing affidavits
• Maintain classification accuracy using technical specifications and product drawings
• Conduct annual reviews of HTS codes and compliance documentation
• Develop and deliver formal training programs across key geographies
• Create internal compliance documentation and best practice guides
• Identify improvement opportunities and upskill teams on compliance requirements
• Partner with warehousing, manufacturing, IT, and business leaders to align compliance with operational objectives
• Coordinate with external customs brokers and third-party logistics providers
• Support internal teams with FTA documentation and origin determination
• Track transactional data to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities
• Use scorecards and RACI frameworks to measure performance and clarify accountability
• Deliver timely reports on compliance metrics and improvement initiatives
• Escalate service issues with external partners when necessary

Benefits

• Eligibility to receive Short-Term Incentive Compensation
• Vacation, paid company holidays, paid personal/sick days
• Eligibility to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan, including employer contributions
• Eligibility to receive medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental care benefits, basic and optional term life insurance coverage, basic and voluntary accidental death and dismemberment coverage, dependent term life insurance coverage, and disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees