Manager, Trade & Customs

General Summary:

This position manages various projects related to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), bonded warehouse and general import/export consulting services. Projects include FTZ applications and activations, bonded warehouse implementations, ongoing FTZ and bonded warehouse consulting support services, and general import/export compliance consulting.

Summary of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

For Clients:

• Prepares FTZ feasibility/savings analysis
• Prepares, submits and monitors FTZ and bonded warehouse applications
• Assists with FTZ and bonded warehouse activation/implementation matters including application preparation, procedures manual preparation, systems implementation, and operational meetings
• Provides FTZ administration consulting services including FTZ software set up and problem resolution advice, support on daily FTZ software processing matters, etc.
• Provides ongoing FTZ consulting services including compliance reviews and advice as needed
• Provides general import/export consulting services, including assistance with classification, valuation, prior disclosures, C-TPAT, compliance reviews, security assessments, USCMA, etc.
• Monitors and communicates trade developments with clients and Company FTZ team
• Performs other duties as assigned

For Company:

• Prepare, submit and monitor FTZ applications
• Research and reports on FTZ suitability for potential tenants/industries
• Handle inquiries about existing and planned FTZ projects
• Assist in marketing FTZ projects
• Participate in various meetings and conference calls about FTZ projects
• Market and represent the company through active participation in the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Preferred field of education: Business Administration, English, Finance, Transportation, Logistics, International Business or related business field

Experience / Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in international trade
• Prior experience in daily FTZ administration is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong research and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel is required

Licenses / Certifications Requirements:

• Customs broker license is preferred