Manager of Global Trade Compliance

PJ Trailers•Addison, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of the company’s global trade compliance activities, including import/export compliance, tariff classification, and regulatory adherence across international manufacturing and sourcing operations. This role supports the implementation of trade compliance policies and promotes consistent practices across regions while helping identify opportunities to optimize duty exposure. The position partners with regional and cross-functional stakeholders to support compliant and efficient cross-border operations, including Mexico-based or IMMEX-related activities, as applicable.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in customs and trade compliance within a global manufacturing, distribution, or related environment
Strong working knowledge of Tariff classification (HTS and/or international equivalents), Section 232 tariffs and Antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD)
Experience supporting customs audits, disclosures, or regulatory inquiries
Solid understanding of global supply chain and manufacturing processes
Experience working cross-functionally in a multi-entity, international environment
Experience maintaining or improving trade compliance processes and documentation
Working knowledge of customs valuation, inventory reconciliation, and landed cost components
Experience with ERP systems and trade compliance data management
Ability to coordinate effectively with customs brokers and external service providers across regions

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of international trade regulations across multiple jurisdictions preferred
Familiarity with cross-border manufacturing operations, including Mexico or maquiladora (IMMEX) programs, preferred
Spanish language proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

Manage import and export compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions, including the U.S. and key international regions
Apply and maintain tariff classifications (HTS or local equivalents), and assess applicability of Section 232 and AD/CVD regulations where relevant
Execute and maintain processes supporting country-of-origin determination and BOM-level traceability across global supply chains
Maintain documentation standards with suppliers and internal teams to support audit readiness and regulatory filings in various jurisdictions
Coordinate with customs brokers and regional service providers to ensure accurate and timely filings, review entries for compliance and consistency
Support identification and implementation of duty mitigation opportunities, including tariff engineering and sourcing adjustments
Assist with responses to customs audits, prior disclosures, and regulatory inquiries across regions
Partner with operations, sourcing, finance, logistics, and legal teams to ensure trade compliance requirements are integrated into business processes globally
Maintain and improve trade compliance processes across ERP systems and business units to promote consistency and scalability
Support trade compliance activities related to cross-border manufacturing and temporary import/export programs, including IMMEX where applicable
Coordinate with customs authorities and government agencies during audits, inspections, and information requests
Support customs valuation processes globally, including assists, intercompany pricing, freight, and landed cost components
Reconcile customs data with ERP and financial records to ensure alignment and accuracy
Monitor broker and service provider performance against established expectations and escalate issues as needed
Conduct internal compliance reviews and support ongoing audit readiness across regions
Assist in developing and delivering trade compliance training to internal stakeholders globally
Maintain accuracy and integrity of trade compliance master data (e.g., tariff classifications, country of origin, valuation data) across systems
Other duties, as assigned.