HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW
The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for the global compliance function with an emphasis on import/export compliance, trade policy, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Operations while ensuring compliance with all applicable international trade regulations (CBP, EAR, ITAR, OFAC).
This is a hybrid position based near Alpharetta, GA.
EXPECTATIONS
· Manage HTS classification, customs valuation, and country of origin determinations across product lines
· Oversee customs broker performance, entry accuracy, CBP requests and examinations
· Administer EAR and ITAR licensing workflows including ECCN classification and license exceptions
· Execute compliance audits across import and export transactions and drive corrective action
· Monitor CBP, BIS, DDTC, and OFAC regulatory updates and implement required process and control changes
· Evaluate Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification and administer origin certification programs
· Provide regulatory guidance to logistics, procurement, and finance teams on trade compliance questions
· Build trade compliance metrics and KPIs to track performance and report risk trends
ESSENTIALS
· Bachelor's degree required
· 5+ years of trade compliance experience across import and export operations
· Working knowledge of CBP entry processes, HTS classification, Country of Origin, valuation, FTZ
· Hands-on experience administering EAR and ITAR licensing and ECCN classification
· Strong understanding of FTA qualification and duty savings programs
· Technical acumen and data analytical skills
· Licensed US Customs Broker (LCB), CUSECO, CCS, or CES a plus