Global Trade and Compliance Manager

tarte cosmetics•New York, NY

39d•$80,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Trade and Compliance Manager will oversee and optimize Tarte’s global import/export compliance activities. This role ensures adherence to international trade laws, regulatory requirements, and internal controls while driving operational efficiency in cross-border trade.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required; preferred in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field
Licensed Customs Broker certification is required
5-7 years experience in global trade compliance or import/export operations, or a related field
In-depth knowledge of U.S import/export regulations, international trade agreements and global customs requirements
Hands-on experience with HTS classification, country of origin determination, and trade documentation
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
Demonstrate ability to lead compliance initiatives and influence stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Skilled at breaking down complicated trade rules and regulations into clear, practical guidance
Highly effective collaborator with a track record of fostering alignment across multiple departments and levels
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, including the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets, utilize formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP or trade compliance systems preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure global adherence to international trade laws, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, and import/export laws (e.g. CBP, FDA, CBSA)
Serve as the primary contact for customs brokers, freight forwarders and government agencies (e.g. CBP, FDA, CBSA)
Maintain, update, and manage regulatory documentation and customs records
Assign and oversee Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification of goods
Validate country of origin, valuation and product descriptions for customs declarations
Support preparation of accurate and compliance commercial invoices, packing lists, and shipping documentation
Lead internal and external audits, investigations, and risk assessments related to trade compliance
Identify and address potential compliance risks, and implement corrective and preventative actions as needed
Develop, implement, and continuously improve global trade compliance programs, policies, SOPs and training materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Legal, Logistics, Procurement, etc.) to integrate compliance into daily business operations
Monitor global regulatory changes, assessing and reporting impacts on international trade activities
Deliver training sessions for internal teams and vendors on compliance best practices, classification, and documentation processes.