FTZ Director- Foreign Trade Zone

Costex Corporation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Costex Tractor Parts in Miami is seeking an experienced FTZ Director to lead all Foreign-Trade Zone operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, inventory accuracy, and efficient movement of goods within the zone. You will oversee CBP compliance, FTZ board requirements, and reporting, while building strong teams and driving performance improvements to maximize duty savings and operational excellence.

This role requires strategic leadership, hands-on management of activations and admissions, and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing Foreign-Trade Zone operations.
• Strong knowledge of CBP regulations and FTZ Board requirements.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive compliance.
• Experience with FTZ activations, entries, and regulatory reporting.
• Proficiency with FTZ management and global trade software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all daily FTZ operations.
• Manage activations, expansions, modifications, and operational changes.
• Develop and maintain FTZ operating procedures and policies.
• Oversee merchandise admissions, transfers, manufacturing, processing, and withdrawals.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and reconciliation across FTZ activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and maximize FTZ benefits.
• Oversee regulatory filings and annual FTZ reporting.
• Lead FTZ managers, analysts, compliance specialists, and customs personnel.
• Prepare executive FTZ performance reports and KPIs.

Skills

FTZ operations management

Customs compliance

Leadership

Regulatory reporting

Inventory control

FTZ regulations knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

FTZ-related certifications

Tools

FTZ management software

Global trade software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Costex Tractor Parts (CTP) is seeking an experienced and results-driven Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Director to lead and oversee all aspects of our FTZ operations. This position is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and the effective movement, storage, processing, and distribution of merchandise within the Foreign-Trade Zone.

The FTZ Director will provide strategic and operational leadership, oversee customs compliance and inventory control systems, manage regulatory reporting, and identify opportunities to maximize duty savings and improve overall performance. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, FTZ Board requirements, and international trade operations, along with proven experience managing teams and complex FTZ environments.

Key Responsibilities

FTZ Operations Management

• Direct and oversee all daily Foreign-Trade Zone operations, ensuring the efficient movement, storage, production, and distribution of merchandise.
• Manage FTZ activations, expansions, modifications, and operational changes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain FTZ operating procedures, compliance manuals, and internal policies.
• Oversee merchandise admissions, transfers, manufacturing, processing, destruction, exports, and withdrawals from the zone.
• Ensure accurate inventory management, merchandise tracking, and reconciliation across all FTZ activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations, improve productivity, reduce costs, and maximize FTZ benefits.

Customs Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, FTZ Board requirements, and applicable federal trade laws.
• Oversee FTZ admissions, customs entries, exports, reconciliations, and all required regulatory filings.
• Maintain an effective Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System (ICRS) that meets CBP requirements.
• Manage annual FTZ reporting, record retention, regulatory documentation, and audit readiness.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor regulatory changes involving CBP, OFAC, FDA, USDA, EPA, and other applicable government agencies.
• Ensure compliance with import/export controls, customs regulations, and applicable trade restrictions.

Government Relations & Audits

• Serve as the primary liaison with CBP, the FTZ Board, zone grantees, and participating government agencies.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections, site visits, audits, investigations, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain effective working relationships with customs officials, regulatory authorities, customs brokers, and external trade partners.
• Address compliance inquiries and ensure timely resolution of regulatory issues.

Inventory Control & Logistics

• Oversee inventory accuracy, reconciliation processes, and merchandise accountability within the FTZ.
• Ensure proper documentation and tracking of all merchandise entering, moving within, and exiting the zone.
• Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, supply chain, and customs personnel to maintain efficient operations.
• Oversee freight coordination, transportation activities, and merchandise distribution to support operational goals.
• Implement inventory control measures to minimize discrepancies, prevent compliance violations, and improve operational accuracy.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, supervise, and develop FTZ managers, analysts, compliance specialists, customs personnel, and other operational staff.
• Establish departmental goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and performance standards.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate employees to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and a strong compliance culture.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional departments to align FTZ operations with company objectives.

Reporting & Performance Management

• Prepare and present executive reports on FTZ performance, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and financial benefits.
• Track and analyze duty savings, compliance metrics, inventory variances, and operational KPIs.
• Monitor FTZ activity and identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and increased efficiency.
• Utilize FTZ management systems, global trade software, and advanced Excel reporting tools to analyze operational performance.
• Develop strategies to maximize FTZ benefits while maintaining compliance and operational integrity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive experience managing Foreign-Trade Zone operations, customs compliance, or international trade operations.
• Strong working knowledge of CBP regulations, FTZ Board requirements, and U.S. foreign-trade zone procedures.
• Demonstrated experience with FTZ activations, admissions, entries, exports, inventory reconciliation, and regulatory reporting.
• Thorough understanding of Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems (ICRS) and FTZ compliance requirements.
• Proven experience preparing for and managing customs audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, customs brokerage processes, OFAC sanctions, and applicable government agency requirements.
• Experience managing warehouse operations, logistics workflows, inventory control, and supply chain activities within an FTZ environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and developing operational performance standards.
• Proficiency with FTZ management software, global trade systems, Microsoft Excel, and operational reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, regulatory agencies, and operational teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field.
• FTZ-related professional certifications or specialized training in customs and international trade compliance.
• Licensed Custom Broker designation is a plus.
• Experience overseeing high-volume FTZ warehouse or distribution operations.
• Experience implementing process improvements, compliance programs, and cost-saving initiatives.

Join Our Team

At Costex Tractor Parts, the FTZ Director plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the success, efficiency, and compliance of our international trade operations. We are looking for a knowledgeable, hands-on leader who can manage complex FTZ activities, develop high-performing teams, strengthen regulatory compliance, and drive measurable operational improvements.

If you have extensive FTZ experience and are ready to take ownership of a high-impact operation, we encourage you to apply.

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance