Trade Compliance Manager TCRS4774

Job Description: Job DescriptionHIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEWThe Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for corporate import & export compliance program, serving as the primary point of contact for all regulatory trade matters while ensuring compliance with CBP and PGA rules and regulations This is an in-office position based in the Houston, TX area. Relocation assistance is available. EXPECTATIONS

• Develop trade policy procedures including compliance governance measures
• Lead internal trade compliance audits and risk assessments, implement corrective action plans
• Assign and maintain HTS classifications and Country of Origin determinations
• Establish & validate customs valuation methodologies, ensuring proper reporting to CBP
• Maximize duty savings through Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification programs such as USMCA
• Manage customs brokers with clear expectations for accurate and timely customs clearance
• Administer daily FTZ operations, including admissions, inventory control, and CBP reconciliations
• Oversee TIB entries, with adherence to statutory export windows
• Manage the duty drawback program, partnering with finance and brokers to recover eligible duties
• Maintain audit-ready records of transactions and duty payments
• Lead a small team of trade compliance setting best in class practices and cultureESSENTIALS
• 7+ years of experience in trade compliance with primary focus on imports
• License Customs Broker a plus
• Degree preferred
• In depth understanding of HTS classification, Country of Origin, valuation, and FTA qualification
• Knowledge of Export controls ECCN classification, restricted party screening, EEI filing, export licensing (EAR/ITAR)
• Ability to work in fast paced environment collaborating with cross functional partners