Global Customs & Trade Advisory Manager — Equity

Flexport; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexport is seeking a seasoned Trade Advisory Manager to lead a team of customs experts, delivering precise legal analysis and compliant trade solutions for clients. You will collaborate with legal, product, sales, and operations to optimize client supply chains while navigating complex import/export regulations.

The role requires 8+ years in customs and international trade advisory, active LCB certification, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in customs and international trade advisory.
• Active U.S. Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification.
• Proven experience managing and developing a team of trade professionals.
• Expertise in U.S. import/export regulations, HTS classification, valuation, country of origin, and free trade agreements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice.
• A 'compliance first' attitude to keep regulators happy in a heavily regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Customs Trade Advisors, fostering growth and expertise.
• Provide expert legal analysis and written advice on complex customs and trade matters, including classification, valuation, origin, and FTAs.
• Develop and implement trade compliance strategies that mitigate risk and optimize client supply chains.
• Collaborate with Flexport's legal, product, sales, and operations teams to integrate trade advisory into client solutions.
• Represent Flexport externally as a subject matter expert with clients and industry stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in advisory processes and knowledge sharing within Customs.

Skills

Team leadership

Legal analysis

Customs regulations

Client communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

U.S. Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)

Job description

Flexport is seeking a seasoned Trade Advisory Manager to lead a team of customs experts, delivering precise legal analysis and compliant trade solutions for clients. You will collaborate with legal, product, sales, and operations to optimize client supply chains while navigating complex import/export regulations.

The role requires 8+ years in customs and international trade advisory, active LCB certification, and strong leadership.