Trade Compliance Specialist

BCorp Certified - making meaningful impact to our environment Generous employee product benefits and discounts Work and live The Search lifestyle BCorp Certified - making meaningful impact to our environment Generous employee product benefits and discounts About Rip Curl Founded in Torquay in 1969, Rip Curl is The Ultimate Surfing Company, born from a relentless pursuit for waves, adventure, and freedom, called ‘The Search’. Today, The Search continues to inspire all that we do, from the products we make, the events we run, the athletes we support, and the values we strive to uphold. Built by surfers, for surfers, Rip Curl is a global company that has been leading the surf industry for over 50 years. As a certified B Corp, we aim to prioritize people and planet in everything we do. About the Role As our Trade Compliance Specialist, you'll play a key role in keeping products moving seamlessly across North America while ensuring compliance with import and export regulations. Working closely with teams across Logistics, Product, Finance, and external partners, you'll help minimize risk, support operational excellence, and enable efficient product flow across our wholesale, retail, and e-commerce channels. You'll also contribute to the ongoing success of our Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations. This is a full-time opportunity based at Rip Curl's Headquarters in San Clemente, California. What You'll Do Manage import and export compliance across the U.S. and Canada. Partner with internal teams and external providers to keep product moving efficiently through the supply chain. Maintain accurate classification, customs, and trade compliance data. Monitor regulatory changes and identify potential risks and opportunities. Support FTZ operations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For Experience in trade compliance, customs, or international logistics. Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian import/export requirements. A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving. Confidence building relationships across teams and with external partners. A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Rad Perks... Generous employee product benefits and discounts Company events Health benefits Retirement benefits with match eligibility $80K-$100K salary Ready to take the next step? If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, drive continuous improvement, and help keep product moving across North America, we'd love to hear from you. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone. We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us. #J-18808-Ljbffr