Trade Compliance Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a talented Senior Trade Compliance Manager to join our Distribution Center FTZ / Trade Compliance team at Fossil Group. In this role, you will lead US Customs activity, manage self-filed entries, and ensure adherence to CBP and C-TPAT program requirements. You will also provide functional leadership to a North American compliance team, driving adherence to country-specific import and export regulations. An ideal candidate will possess the ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, government agencies, and suppliers to deliver high-quality compliance and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- You are a natural leader whom people enjoy collaborating with and reporting to.
- You hold a relevant degree and are a Licensed Customs Broker.
- You possess extensive experience with Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ), C-TPAT, US Customs import self-filing, classification, and export procedures.
- You demonstrate deep knowledge of international trade compliance and logistics procedures.
- You're proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, leveraging these tools effectively.
- You have outstanding analytical capabilities and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Canadian trade compliance regulations is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the Trade Compliance team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
- Drive proactive collaboration and provide essential support to the Logistics team, Warehouse Operations, and daily operational functions.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable US and Canadian Trade Compliance government agency regulations.
- Act as the primary liaison, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with U.S. and Canadian Customs, U.S. Fish & Wildlife, FDA, EPA, CPSC, and other government agencies as required.
- Manage and strategically procure third-party Trade Compliance service providers, including Customs brokers, FTZ Administrators, and ABI software vendors.
- Proactively engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders and contributors to achieve shared objectives.
- Identify, prioritize, and implement impactful improvement opportunities and innovative solutions.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive Trade Compliance Roadmap to drive strategic initiatives.
- Guarantee daily Trade Compliance operations consistently meet established quality and service level Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources
- Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers
- Generous Paid Time Off: Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, Summer Flex Fridays
- Hybrid Work: 1 remote day per week and flexible Work-From-Anywhere options
- Tuition Reimbursement: Support for approved educational programs
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy savings on Fossil merchandise
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
