Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for corporate import & export compliance program, serving as the primary point of contact for all regulatory trade matters while ensuring compliance with CBP and PGA rules and regulations. This is an in-office position based in the Houston, TX area.

Expectations

· Develop trade policy procedures including compliance governance measures

· Lead internal trade compliance audits and risk assessments, implement corrective action plans

· Assign and maintain HTS classifications and Country of Origin determinations

· Establish & validate customs valuation methodologies, ensuring proper reporting to CBP

· Maximize duty savings through Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification programs such as USMCA

· Manage customs brokers with clear expectations for accurate and timely customs clearance

· Administer daily FTZ operations, including admissions, inventory control, and CBP reconciliations

· Oversee TIB entries, with adherence to statutory export windows

· Manage the duty drawback program, partnering with finance and brokers to recover eligible duties

· Maintain audit-ready records of transactions and duty payments

· Lead a small team of trade compliance setting best in class practices and culture

Essentials

· 7+ years of experience in trade compliance with primary focus on imports

· License Customs Broker a plus

· Degree preferred

· In depth understanding of HTS classification, Country of Origin, valuation, and FTA qualification

· Knowledge of Export controls ECCN classification, restricted party screening, EEI filing, export licensing (EAR/ITAR)

· Ability to work in fast paced environment collaborating with cross functional partners