U.S. Trade Compliance Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:This is a newly created role to assist with the insourcing of Clarience Technologies' U.S. import compliance program and will entail supplementing the policies, systems, broker relationships, and governance needed to support a multi-brand, global manufacturing organization. The U.S. Customs Manager will direct and oversee all operational and compliance activities related to the importation of goods into the United States, ensuring full adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, partner government agency (PGA) requirements, free trade agreement (FTA) eligibility, classification and valuation rules, and other federal trade laws. This is a hands-on, high-autonomy role suited to someone who has insourced a trade compliance function before, not only operated one.RESPONSIBILITIES:Program Build & GovernanceSupplement and standardize across various companies the U.S. import compliance efforts, including policies, SOPs, and a recordkeeping structure that meets 19 CFR §163 requirementsDevelop a broker governance model: conduct a broker RFP/evaluation, define KPIs and SLAs, and manage ongoing broker performanceSupport the integration of newly acquired brands and business units into the compliance program as the company continues to grow through acquisitionCompliance OperationsEnsure compliance with CBP regulations, HTSUS classification, valuation, country-of-origin, and admissibility requirements across all Clarience brands importing into the U.S.Oversee daily customs clearance activity and manage customs broker relationshipsReview and approve HTS classifications, valuation determinations, and entry documentationMonitor liquidation, duty payments, and entry data accuracy via ACE reportingTrade Programs & Duty SavingsAdminister USMCA and other FTA qualification and certification processes, including rules-of-origin determinationsMonitor Section 301, 232, and 201 tariff exposure; evaluate exclusion opportunities and cost-mitigation strategiesIdentify and pursue duty savings opportunities, including duty drawback and foreign-trade zone (FTZ) programs where applicableAudit, Risk & TrainingLead internal audits, post-entry reviews, and manage CBP inquiries and requests for informationDevelop SOPs, deliver training, and enforce compliance governance across relevant business functions (sourcing, logistics, engineering, finance)Serve as the primary point of contact for CBP and other government agencies on trade compliance mattersEDUCATION REQUIREMENT(S):Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related fieldEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT(S):Required:7+ years of U.S. import compliance or customs operations experience, including experience building or substantially restructuring a compliance function (not solely maintaining an existing one)Strong working knowledge of CBP regulations, HTSUS, PGA rules, and customs valuationExperience managing customs brokers and working with ERP/GTM systemsDemonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and independently in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPreferred:Licensed U.S. Customs Broker (LCB) — strongly preferred given the scope of this roleExperience with CTPAT compliance and security programs, including certification buildsBackground in manufacturing, automotive, or commercial vehicle/technology sectorsExperience with reconciliation, prior disclosures, duty drawback, FTZ, and CBP auditsExperience supporting compliance integration during M&AKey Competencies:Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyExcellent communication and leadership abilitiesComfort operating with significant autonomy and ambiguity — this role builds infrastructure rather than inheriting itAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, multi-brand environmentADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Due to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) requirements, all candidates must be presently classified as a “US Person" which includes: a United States citizen; a permanent legal resident (green card holder); or a protected individual (refugee/asylum status).Clarience Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.