Global Trade Compliance Manager

About the position

At Northern Tool + Equipment we get up every day to serve the tradespeople who keep our country running strong and the weekend warriors who want to work like them. It's our mission to make sure they have the right tools for the job, and an easy, hassle-free experience at our store so they can get in, get out and get on with the job at hand. Your top priority as a Global Trade Compliance Manager is to advance Northern Tool & Equipment's global trade compliance function to support our current and future business needs. This role must establish and foster relationships with internal stakeholders up to and including executives, as well as external trading partners, to progress NTE's global supply chain capabilities and performance. Your positive, professional, roll-up-your-sleeves-to-help attitude contributes to our winning culture and makes sure we leave a lasting impression.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes a comprehensive global trade compliance strategy to best support NTE's regulatory and supply chain needs.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and continuously expands knowledge of potential compliance risks, international trade laws, tariffs, industry trends, market conditions, optimal processes, best practices, and technology tools.
• Supports day-to-day export and import operational transactions.
• Works with government agencies to resolve import/export matters such as valuation, tariff classifications, and trade-related delays.
• Identifies and drives opportunities to enhance NTE's trade compliance program and reduce duty and tariff expense through activities and programs such as Importer Self-Assessment, Protests, Free-Trade Agreements, Tariff Engineering, and other strategic initiatives.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure that products are compliant with applicable regulatory agencies, foreign and domestic.
• Requests binding rulings from U.S., Mexican, Canadian, European Union and other country authorities when necessary.
• Administers and develops relationships with customs brokers and outside trade counsel.
• Liaises cross-functionally, specifically with Transportation leaders to meet established import/export policies and comply with regulations.
• Acts as primary point of contact for all inquiries regarding anti-dumping/countervailing duties and other government agency requests.
• Advises Manufacturing, Merchandising, Transportation and Marketing on various trade-related topics including HTS classifications, country of origin designations, and social responsibility matters.
• Screens sanctioned/restricted parties and makes export license determinations.
• Recommends vendor contract language that is both legally compliant and protective of NTE.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, law, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in International Trade Compliance.
• Expert knowledge of US and international customs laws, regulations, and related issues.
• Expert knowledge of harmonized tariff schedules and customs valuation.
• Proven ability to problem solve, research regulatory requirements, and draft policies.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams) and Adobe.
• Ability to make good decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment that are consistent with established procedures, processes and practices.
• Handles confidential information with the utmost judgment and discretion.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of employees.
• Takes responsibility for personal learning and development and applies knowledge to effectively carry out own role.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates Northern Tool + Equipment's 12 Core Competencies.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn $90,300 to $138,330 annually, with your exact compensation personalized based on your skills, experience, and location.
• Variable Pay: Annual bonus tied to company performance are paid annually. Incentive plans tied to an achievement-based outcome are generally paid monthly to quarterly.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve with our full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday - Friday, complemented by a hybrid work schedule.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with an enhanced company match.
• Generous Employee Discount: Significant discount on the quality tools and equipment.
• Get Paid on Your Terms: Daily Pay option allows access to earnings whenever needed.
• Paid Holidays: 7 paid federal holidays.
• Incentives: Be rewarded for eligible incentive programs.