Manager, Trade Compliance

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manager, Trade Compliance- Self Audit, Controls and Reporting to lead the self-audit, internal controls, and compliance reporting function within our global trade compliance program. This role is responsible for designing and executing internal audit and control-testing activities across import/export operations, identifying and remediating compliance risks, and delivering clear, data-driven reporting to leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong trade compliance knowledge with rigorous audit and controls discipline and thrives working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, implement, and lead a comprehensive self-audit program covering import/export activities across traditional and e-commerce channels, including US Customs, EU regulations, Canada CBSA, and Asian market requirements.
• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal controls framework for trade compliance processes such as HTS classification, valuation, licensing, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Build annual and cyclical audit plans, define sampling methodologies, and conduct periodic self-assessments to test the design and operating effectiveness of trade compliance controls.
• Track audit findings and corrective action plans (CAPs) through remediation, ensuring root-cause analysis and sustainable control improvements.
• Prepare and present compliance reporting, dashboards, and KPIs to leadership summarizing audit results, control effectiveness, and emerging risk trends.
• Monitor regulatory changes in key markets (e.g., US, EU, UK, Asia, Canada) and assess their impact on internal controls, SOPs, and audit scope.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including logistics, customer service, legal, and digital commerce, to embed controls and reporting mechanisms into daily operations.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and recordkeeping to satisfy inquiries and reviews from CBP, CBSA, HMRC, EU customs authorities, and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee control testing and periodic performance reviews of customs brokers, freight forwarders, and other third parties supporting trade operations.
• Support duty optimization, Free Trade Agreement, and Duty Drawback programs by auditing claims, documentation, and recovery processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead or contribute to special projects involving controls automation, audit management tools, and continuous monitoring for cross-border e-commerce and international expansion

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Accounting, Logistics, or a related field.
• US Customs Broker License is a plus.
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Certified Export Specialist (CES), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in trade compliance, with at least 2 years focused on internal audit, controls testing, or compliance reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, EU customs codes, Canada CBSA, and Asia-Pacific trade laws.
• Experience designing and managing internal audit programs, control frameworks, or compliance monitoring for trade or customs operations.
• Experience building compliance reporting and dashboards using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting platforms.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, including presenting audit results and reporting to leadership.
• Proficiency in ACE, Microsoft Office Suite, and trade compliance or audit management software.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company’s total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.