The International Trade Compliance Teams manage all trade issues for the company and its subsidiaries and affiliates in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The Sr. Manager - ITC reports to the Director, Procurement & Supply -TT/GN2, and performs the following functions:
- Lead and maintain a strong International Trade Compliance Team to ensure compliance with trade policy and procedures while keeping the supply chain moving quickly and efficiently at the lowest total landed cost possible.
- Collaborate with and advise internal stakeholders to monitor and meet requirements for all applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintain continuous dialogue with all local and global Company stakeholders as needed to successfully identify and mitigate risks associated with international trade.
- Lead development of policies, procedures and best practices across all aspects of trade compliance to ensure conformity with all applicable laws and regulations across all functions and business entities in support of the Company’s corporate vision and business strategy, including but not limited to Import/Export, North American Anti-Forced Labor regulations, Harmonized Tariff Classification, Trade Programs for all relevant trade agreements, Supply Chain Security and Department of Transportation company driver compliance.
- Monitor and analyze government programs and regulatory requirements to ensure timely guidance to Company management and implementation of internal programs/policies to maintain good standing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Canada Border Security Agency.
- Act as liaison between the Company and CBP, BIS, CBSA and other Governmental agencies regarding international trade compliance.
- Create and maintain a strong support network with leading trade law firms/lawyers.
- Advocate on behalf of the Company with U.S., Canada and Mexico Government agencies involved in international trade in collaboration with External Affairs teams.
- Participate in international trade associations to network, understand pending legislation and executive orders, hear from agencies developing rules and regulations impacting international trade, and potentially direct the course of “best practice” standards.
- Collaborate daily with the Manager of the International Trade Compliance Team to maintain an integrated approach to trade compliance processes and procedures across common trade compliance disciplines such as Supply Chain Security and Harmonized Tariff Classification.
- Maintain internal audit controls and procedures for meeting US and Canadian regulations regarding valuation, classification, quantity, origin, marking, record retention, and ensure Company compliance.
- Oversee periodic internal customs and export audits, including updating Internal Control System documentation to identify areas of risk and measures to mitigate such risk.
- Ensure all submissions to the U.S. and Canadian Governments are timely, professionally prepared, accurate and complete.
- Direct investigation of all potential violations of trade regulations and completion of all related corrective actions, including voluntary disclosures to the U.S. or Canadian Governments.
- Maintain and further develop necessary enhancements to the technological infrastructure that benefit trade compliance requirements, support transparency, and enable a more productive/proactive approach to trade compliance.
- Develop a highly performing organization capable of creating sustainable solutions to meet the changing trade compliance landscape.
- Provide coaching to teams to ensure individual personal growth and development as well as team productivity.
- Develop metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.
Knowledge and Skills:
- J.D. strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in international trade and customs laws in a large CPA or law firm, U.S. Customs, customs brokerage firm, or large multi-national business, preferably in the automotive industry or, Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in international trade and customs laws in a large CPA or law firm, U.S. Customs, customs brokerage firm, or large multi-national business, preferably in the automotive industry.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of Chapter 19 of the US Code of Federal Regulations and the Harmonized Tariff Schedules of the US. Thorough knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations, Office of Foreign Asset Control Regulations, Anti-boycott Regulations.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with the regulatory audit programs of the US and Canadian Customs authorities, prior disclosure/administrative protest processes, and major special trade programs (USMCA, 9801/9802, AGOA, etc.).
- Familiarity with Mexican customs laws, special trade programs, and free trade agreements.
- Ability to lead a strong, productive trade compliance team with a leadership approach that energizes, motivates, and facilitates teamwork while encouraging innovative ideas, approaches, and accountability.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize, quickly synthesize information, and apply regulatory requirements to a variety of scenarios.
- Must exercise excellent judgment, make decisions based on a clear understanding of the regulations, understand and appreciate the Company’s business needs, and assist management in deploying strategies to enable the Company to successfully conduct compliant business around the globe.
- Excellent verbal and written business communication, as well as strong organizational, project management, analytical and negotiation skills. Strong customer service ethic.
- Ability to switch between tasks with ease, maintain focus on varied activities, and manage time well to accomplish objectives.
- Creative, curious, and an adaptive learner willing to seek out continuous improvement opportunities while minimizing business risk and driving the Company to meet objectives across multiple dimensions.