Trade Compliance Manager

Mann+Hummel GmbH•Gastonia, NC

About The Position

Main TasksManage and oversee import and export activities, procedures and policies, including but not limited to the following: Develop, implement and maintain trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations as well as in accordance with company policies and procedures. Evaluate and drive opportunities to streamline and standardize process and procedures. Collaborate and build cross functional relationships with in the business to drive compliance. Manage import customs reporting and customs valuation, country of origin and classification. Complete and maintain Customs Compliance Manual. Create and maintain documented process and procedures to align with Customs Compliance manual in business /entities. Manage customs brokers, maintain customs brokerage SOP and evaluate performance Oversee Export and Import declarations and processes (including Importer security filings), implement as necessary. Ensure product classification integrity for both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification Maintain global trade data (HTS, JC, COO) and communicate as needed Implement and conduct Trade Compliance Training as needed. Post entry audit and AES audit to ensure compliance with US regulations Record retention compliance Business liaison with U.S. Customs, and other agencies as required Communicate import and export regulatory updates, metrics and other data as identified to management and business stakeholders. Ensure adequate resources dedicated to trade compliance functions and make recommendations to cross function partners/management and leadership. Identify areas of duty/cost recovery and implement programs accordingly Resolve import and export issues with business, brokerage, third parties and vendors. Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field
8-10 years experience in trade compliance for importer/exporter
Experienced and Knowledgeable 19 CFR Customs Duties, Foreign Trade Regulations, EAR 15 CFR and CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria
Background in customs compliance and tariff management
Classification experience with both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in fast past environment
Computer proficiency
Strong time management, prioritization, analytical and organization skills
Problem solver and detail oriented
Must be authorized to work in the US

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP, or similar ERP’s preferred
CTPAT program experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee import and export activities, procedures and policies
Develop, implement and maintain trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations as well as in accordance with company policies and procedures
Evaluate and drive opportunities to streamline and standardize process and procedures
Collaborate and build cross functional relationships with in the business to drive compliance
Manage import customs reporting and customs valuation, country of origin and classification
Complete and maintain Customs Compliance Manual
Create and maintain documented process and procedures to align with Customs Compliance manual in business /entities
Manage customs brokers, maintain customs brokerage SOP and evaluate performance
Oversee Export and Import declarations and processes (including Importer security filings), implement as necessary
Ensure product classification integrity for both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification
Maintain global trade data (HTS, JC, COO) and communicate as needed
Implement and conduct Trade Compliance Training as needed
Post entry audit and AES audit to ensure compliance with US regulations
Record retention compliance
Business liaison with U.S. Customs, and other agencies as required
Communicate import and export regulatory updates, metrics and other data as identified to management and business stakeholders
Ensure adequate resources dedicated to trade compliance functions and make recommendations to cross function partners/management and leadership
Identify areas of duty/cost recovery and implement programs accordingly
Resolve import and export issues with business, brokerage, third parties and vendors
Additional duties as assigned