Global Trade Compliance Manager
- Develop and implement a unified global customs and trade compliance program.
- Establish governance frameworks, standard operating procedures, and audit mechanisms across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
- Lead global compliance operations including HTS classification, country of origin rules, FTA eligibility, denied party screening, and documentation accuracy.
- Conduct annual reviews of classifications, documentation, and compliance processes.
- Develop and deliver global training programs and internal compliance guidelines.
- Partner with warehousing, manufacturing, IT, procurement, supply chain, and external brokers/3PLs to ensure operational alignment.
- Analyze transactional trade data to identify risks, trends, and cost‑saving opportunities.
- Utilize scorecards and KPIs to measure program performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Prepare and deliver compliance reports; escalate issues with external partners as needed.
- 10+ years of global customs and trade compliance experience in manufacturing or a similarly regulated industry.
- Proven experience building compliance programs and governance frameworks.
- Deep knowledge of customs regulations across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
- Strong expertise in HTS classification, Free Trade Agreements, country of origin rules, and import/export regulations.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (preferred).
- Licensed Customs Broker certification (preferred).
- Experience with SAP or APO systems and familiarity with ethical supplier compliance.
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