Supervisor, Trade Compliance

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC•Avon, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supervisor, Trade Compliance is responsible for overseeing and executing import and export compliance programs to ensure Bendix’s adherence to all applicable U.S., Canadian, and Mexican trade regulations. This role leads a team of compliance professionals, manages key regulatory processes, and supports strategic initiatives by mitigating trade-related risks and driving operational excellence across Bendix locations in the United States and Canada, with support to Mexico as needed.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (Title 19 CFR), Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), classification, country of origin determination, and reconciliation processes.
Strong understanding of U.S., Canadian, and Mexican Free Trade Agreements, including USMCA and Buy America provisions.
Familiarity with export control regulations including EAR and ECCN classification.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in global trade compliance, with demonstrated expertise in import/export regulations and procedures.
Proven supervisory or team leadership experience required.
Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs.
Experience conducting audits, managing compliance programs, and implementing corrective actions.
Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
Effective communicator with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Ability to write clear reports, procedures, and training materials.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Resilient under pressure with strong decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
Bachelor’s degree in business, International Trade, Supply Chain, or a related field required.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SAP and/or GTS (Global Trade Services) preferred.
Understanding international logistics and transportation practices is a plus.
U.S. Customs Broker License preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the Trade Compliance Team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
Manage U.S. and Canadian import/export operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of shipments.
Oversee Free Trade Agreement (FTA) programs, including USMCA and others, ensuring supplier solicitations, eligibility determinations, and customer responses are completed effectively.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across import and export processes to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Support and coordinate C-TPAT audits and related security initiatives.
Deliver and support trade compliance training across the organization.
Develop and implement trade compliance goals aligned with corporate strategy.
Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to proactively identify and resolve compliance gaps.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, updating internal policies and procedures accordingly.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely reporting within compliance management systems.
Support investigations and corrective actions related to trade compliance incidents.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Legal, Engineering, and other departments to resolve compliance issues and support business initiatives.