Trade Compliance Manager - TCRS4549

HIGH LEVEL OVERVIEW

The Trade Compliance Manager is an individual contributor that will oversee the import and export activities at a high-volume manufacturing site. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to U.S. Customs, ITAR, EAR, and other trade regulations while managing international shipping documentation, export licensing, and internal compliance processes.

This position is 100% in-office near Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Relocation assistance is available.

EXPECTATIONS

• Ensure compliance with Import and Export regulations, including ITAR & EAR
• Develop site level import and export procedures and processes
• Maintain product level HTS and ECCN classification information
• Conduct audits and implement remediation
• Create and deliver training to increase awareness of compliance best practices
• Collaborate with site & corporate leadership to develop and enhance compliance procedures
• Monitor regulatory updates and apply necessary changes to processes
• Manage export/import documentation, licenses, exceptions, exemptions with accurate recordkeeping
• Partner with internal teams to ensure the smooth processing of international shipments
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and deliver complex trade related messages

ESSENTIALS

• 7+ years' experience working in trade compliance, preferably in consulting or service area
• Bachelor's degree required
• Understanding of international shipping documentation (commercial invoice, AWB/BOL, licenses)
• Experience working with the U.S. Department of State (ITAR) and the Department of Commerce (EAR)
• Knowledge of automated compliance tools and ACE system
• Thorough understanding of Import and export regulations, including HTS/ECCN classification
• Excellent communication skills with ability to build trusted relationships
• Strong data analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills