Manager Trade Compliance

Magna International, Inc

Troy, Michigan

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Troy, Michigan
POSTED
19 days ago
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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Mission of the Position:

The Customs Compliance Manager will have responsibility for all Import / Export customs and trade compliance programs with a focus on North America and serve as subject matter expert on all areas of trade compliance including but not limited to the application of Free Trade Agreements (e.g., USMCA), Section 232, Section 301, and IEEPA tariffs, along with Border Security Initiatives (e.g., CTPAT). She/He will oversee the day-to-day trade compliance activities, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and trade laws. Key responsibilities include managing import and export processes, optimizing the use of free trade agreements, coordinating with customs brokers, and ensuring adherence to global trade compliance standards. The role involves identifying and mitigating compliance risks, maintaining documentation accuracy, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage the import / export compliance program and policies / procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable export and import laws, statutes, and regulations across all functions and global business units.
  • Oversight of all inbound and outbound goods (raw materials, finished goods, and capital equipment) with regards to compliance with U.S., Mexico, Canada and other foreign government programs.
  • Maximize duty savings opportunities via application of Free Trade Agreements (e.g., USMCA, KORUS), Special Trade Programs, and HTSUS 9801/9802, and the use of Duty Drawback where applicable.
  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert related to Section 232, Section 301, and IEEPA tariffs and provide impact to Magna Senior Management and cross functional teams
  • Support Magna cross functional teams and divisions with Duty Impact Analysis to assist with sourcing decisions and landed cost calculations
  • Provide reporting and analytical support for other Compliance Team initiatives via ACE Reports and/or Ad Hoc Reports from customs brokers
  • Provide operational support to divisions as part of their Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) initiative.
  • Responsible to support implementation of automation and systems to streamline trade compliance processes and ensure timely adherence to international trade laws and documentation requirements.
  • Overall management and oversight of supplier solicitation, Free Trade Agreement qualification, HTS Classification, and Broker/Operations Management.
  • Maintain and monitor international imports / customs entries including, bills of lading, commercial invoices, airline freight documentation, and steamship handling procedures and documentation.
  • Provide decision support on day-to-day compliance matters.
  • Monitor and ensure adherence to U.S. and Canadian government programs and regulatory requirements.
  • Development, plan and implement internal programs / policies that will ensure good standing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Canada Customs (CBSA) as a low risk importer/exporter.
  • Supporting of all global auditing of import and export/re-export transactions for the following as applicable: Adherence to procedures; proper documentation, classification, valuation, country of origin; assists; price reconciliation processes; licensing; Free Trade Agreement qualification; record keeping; marking and labelling; statistical reporting; etc.
  • Assist in set up of Temporary Import Bonds (TIB's) and/or ATA Carnets so goods can cross border without the payment of duties.

About the Company

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Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1957
WEBSITE
http://www.magna.com/