The Role You’ll PlayAre you a collaborative global trade compliance manager, ready to make a big contribution to an industry-leading company?
If so, this Global Trade Compliance Manager position might be a great next step for you!Taking a proactive approach, you will manage customs broker relationships while working directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive trade compliance globally.
You will lead a team of two analysts to perform regular audits of the systems and processes related to procurement and customs and find areas for continuous improvement and cost savings.
You will put processes into place to increase data accuracy and collection.Working closely with cross-functional teams including procurement, transportation, IT, sales, and supply chain, you will manage a compliant, steady flow of critical supply to the manufacturing sites.
If you’re ready to take on international trade compliance with a strong product in a niche market, apply below!
Who You AreDeeply experienced in HTS classification, especially for product manufacturing.Thoroughly understanding of the role of a Customs Broker, comfortable interacting with domestic and foreign government agencies.Well able to manage foreign suppliers vis a vis US import requirements, ensuring uninterrupted flow of supply.Proactive approach, rather than reactive, to foresee and avoid problems arising.Intentional about building relationships with other departments and fostering strong cross-functional communication and collaboration.
Friendly, but assertive.Very familiar with CFR Title 19 Federal regulations US Customs.Able to demonstrate a history of maintaining a high level of confidentiality.Extremely strong communicator (written and verbal), with strong negotiation skills.A demonstrated self-starter with leadership qualitiesCommunity | Franklin, TN (Nashville Area)A historic town named after Benjamin Franklin with Civil War battlefields and a very engaged community, only 40 minutes from Nashville.Downtown features an eclectic mix of cultural restaurants and local boutiques.Welcoming community with many events like the annual Main Street Festival featuring local artists and musicians.A well-run city with low taxes, high homeownership rates, and highly ranked schools.
Earned an A+ rating on Niche.Com.Livability ranked Franklin No.
15 among the most desirable places to live in the U.S.
in 2017.
The city also made the “Best Cities” lists of the Wall Street Journal, Money Magazine, and more.Background ProfileRequired Skills & Experience:10+ years of Global Regulatory Compliance or related experience for a multi-national company required.
Including:At least one year of management experienceKnowledge of US Customs rules and regulations, requiredUSMCA and other FTA experience.US Customs Broker’s License requiredBachelor’s degree or equivalent, requiredThis is an in-office role at the Franklin, TN company headquarters.Must be willing to travel up to 15%, especially at the beginning for training, including international travel.
This will be occasional travel for events like supplier audits and industry conferences.
No regular travel schedule.Preferred Skills & Experience:Master’s degree or MBAKnowledge of US Customs programs such as C-TPAT and ISA, etc.Canadian Customs broker license experienceMicrosoft Office – Excel, PowerPoint, and Access familiarityKnowledge of Canadian customs rules and regulations.Knowledge of Asia and Europe import/export procedures and regulationsFamiliarity with JD Edwards Enterprise One ERPKnowledge of the tire industryPersonality Trait:Compliance-oriented, with meticulous organization & attention to detail, acting as the trade compliance gatekeeper for the organization.Confident team leader, trainer, and facilitator, willing to collaborate and work outside of the typical compliance ” Job description” to advance company goalsGreat communicator, both written and verbal, across all levels of the organization, with both internal and external stakeholders.Forward-thinking self-starter – with a high drive to recognize areas for improvement and address them.Relationship-oriented, building trust with customs brokers and customersHigh-energy, able to manage multiple projects at one time