Sr. Manager, International Trade Compliance - ProDriven Global Brands

Ownership of Import/Export Trade Compliance strategies and activities for ProDriven Global Brands. Responsibility for all 3^rd party compliance and trade entities as needed to support Trade objectives. Facilitate the cost-effective, efficient, and compliant movement of goods internationally.  Manage various tactical aspects of import/export US/Canada customs compliance related to shipments for distribution and plants, plus cross border shipments from Canada and Mexico. Oversee the management and development of the NA Trade Compliance Analyst. Partner with the Mexico Trade Compliance team.

Responsibilities: 

• Top representative to support all business functions in matters of Trade Compliance at ProDriven Global Brands.

• Ownership of nearshoring inbound movements and strategies to assist our top objectives.

• Mentor, coach and develop employees to ensure proper training, consistency, & continuity of work performed.

• Ownership of communication with 3PL’s, freight companies, customs brokers, couriers, internal departments, foreign and US suppliers and export customers.

• Oversee the processing of direct and indirect export shipments to customers and foreign sister entities (ie, MX, UK, etc.) including transfers of raw material and machinery purchases. Ensure all required export documentation, Denied Party Screening, SLI’s, EEI filings and any destination required documents are provided timely, complete, and accurate in accordance with all applicable regulations.

• Manage adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP’s/Vendor Guides, etc.) and trade compliance practices to ensure the uninterrupted flow of product from foreign suppliers to North American DC’s, plants, FTZ, and drop ship customers.

• Operational guidance/troubleshooting to resolve customs clearance problems inherent with foreign purchasing, export customer orders and worldwide transport.

• Manage tooling assist program and declarations to CBP for import shipments and First Sale customer direct import programs. (ie. Lowes and THD)

• Ensure timely processing of CBP ACH/PMS duty and CBSA ACH monthly statement payment programs, auditing, GL Coding, and payment of all customs brokerage invoices.

• Provide guidance and support to various stakeholders, including new product development, supply chain planning, procurement, finance, and engineering on Incoterms 2020, duty, NA customs requirements, Section 301/232, FTA’s, export regulations, etc.

• Provide on-boarding direction and support for all new suppliers, including JDE new supplier set up, regarding trade compliance related company and US government requirements.

• Miscellaneous projects as required.

Minimum Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Proven team player that can successfully handle all internal and external communications in a positive and productive manner.
• Proven track record managing complex aspects of international trade compliance policies/regulations in concert with international logistics.
• Skilled in developing/maintaining relationships with overseas manufactures/customers, multi-modal transport, freight forwarders, customs brokers, regulatory agencies, and other departments.
• Strong managerial skills with ability to engage, mentor and guide direct reports.
• Ability to think critically.
• Possess advanced knowledge in logistics principles, global trade rules and regulations, HTS/ECCN classification, Incoterms 2020, USMCA, valuation, and global security programs (ie. CTPAT, ISF 10+2, EEI, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk, establish work prioritization and utilize process improvement methods to drive continuous improvement.
• Willing to roll up sleeves to get the job done and be a resource to others within the organization especially finance, sales, distribution, supply chain planning and customer service.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in international trade management/logistics, international supply chain management, or related international business studies preferred.
• Customs broker license or proven on the job trade compliance expertise.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in international trade compliance with some exposure to international logistics.
• 5-7 years managing third party relationships.

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