Manager Customs/Trade Compl

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global automotive supplier is seeking a Manager of Customs/Trade Compliance to oversee import and export operations. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, managing documentation, conducting risk assessments, and improving trade processes. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have significant experience in customs clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ direct experience with Customs clearance operations.
• 3+ years’ experience using data-driven process improvement.
• 3+ years’ experience leveraging technology for improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process import/export documentation according to regulations.
• Clear goods through customs and manage payment of duties.
• Analyze trade procedures to identify process improvements.

Skills

Data-driven process improvement

Technology leverage for process improvements

Customs clearance operations

Education

Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or similar fields

Job description

At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.

Job Posting Title

Manager Customs/Trade Compliance

Job Description Summary

Ensure the development, implementation, and maintenance of import and export policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all Government regulations and laws. Conduct risk assessments of import, export and special customs programs to ensure compliance. Conduct training on Import / Export Compliance subjects for AAM Associates. Responsible for minimizing AAM exposure to legal liabilities and avoiding penalties, fines and supply chain delays. Analyze costs and identify savings opportunities. Identify ways to automate Customs processes and create trade data visibility. Provide business planning advice for strategic business initiatives.

Job Description

• Prepare and process import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws, or procedures.

• Pay, or arrange for payment of, taxes and duties on shipments.

• Clear goods through customs and to their destinations for clients.

• Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments.

• Stay abreast of changes in import or export laws or regulations by reading current literature, attending meetings or conferences, or conferring with colleagues.

• Maintain recordkeeping for import and export and ensure service providers follow the same procedures.

• Confer with officials in various agencies to facilitate clearance of goods through customs.

• Quote duty and tax rates on goods to be imported, based on federal tariffs and excise taxes.

• Inform importers and exporters of steps to reduce duties and taxes.

• Manage relationships with Customs Brokers and 3rd party service providers conducting customs business on behalf of AAM.

• Review trade procedures and systems to identify process improvements

• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or similar fields.

• 5+ years’ direct experience handling imports and/or exports Customs clearance operations and escalations

• 3+ year's experience using data driven process improvement tools and metrics

• 3+ years’ experience leveraging technology to drive process improvements

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.