Apparel Import & Trade Compliance Lead

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodkind Group, LLC in Midtown NYC is seeking an Import Manager to oversee U.S. import compliance for a Wholesale Fashion operation. You will work with operations, finance, and external customs brokers to ensure compliant activity and accurate documentation.

This role emphasizes HTS classification for apparel, broker oversight, shipment visibility, and audit readiness, while resolving transit delays and cargo issues as they arise.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs operations, or import management.
• Direct experience with apparel and textile imports.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and HTS.
• Experience reviewing import entries.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain U.S. and Canada customs compliance program.
• Maintain audit-ready records for classification, valuation, origin, and duty treatment.
• Perform HTS classification for apparel and textiles.
• Support internal product setup from customs perspective.
• Maintain classification rationales and supporting documentation.

Skills

Import compliance

HTS classification

Broker oversight

Shipment tracking

Audit documentation

Job description

The Goodkind Group, LLC in Midtown NYC is seeking an Import Manager to oversee U.S. import compliance for a Wholesale Fashion operation. You will work with operations, finance, and external customs brokers to ensure compliant activity and accurate documentation.

This role emphasizes HTS classification for apparel, broker oversight, shipment visibility, and audit readiness, while resolving transit delays and cargo issues as they arise.