Manager, Trade Compliance (102282)

Confidential; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401K with company match

Wellbeing program

Education reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Honda is seeking a seasoned Trade Compliance Manager to lead a team handling import/export compliance, valuation, classification, and regulatory reporting to CBP. The role supports Honda's global supply chain and ensures adherence to laws across facilities.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in trade compliance, CBP expertise, and strong leadership abilities, with relocation assistance potentially available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of import/export and trade compliance experience.
• Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of CBP regulations (19 CFR), HTS, COO, and audits.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and regulations.
• Supervisory experience and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead import/export functions, local content reporting, and trade programs.
• Develop strategic initiatives and manage large projects within the department.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives.
• Provide training and guidance on program requirements and audit results.
• Interact with government officials, suppliers, and vendors to support compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Compliance mindset

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Supervisory skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS degree in International Business, Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Databases

Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one.

We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.

We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint".

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

The Trade Compliance Department implements and coordinates compliance and supply chain security activities related to all import and export activity conducted by or on behalf of Honda entities. From an import perspective, the department is responsible for ensuring proper valuation, classification, duty rates, and other required information for imported merchandise and reporting this information to U.S. Customs and other governmental agencies. Trade Compliance is also responsible for compliance with export regulations, including denied-party screening, onboarding foreign nationals, and assigning ECCN numbers. The department participates in preferential trade programs designed to eliminate, reduce, or defer tariffs, including Duty Drawback and Free Trade Agreements. These activities require product qualification analysis, certification validation, and interaction with suppliers, outside vendors, and government agencies. The Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing a team of associates to ensure compliance with applicable customs laws and regulations. This position provides technical knowledge, training, and guidance related to import/export operations, local content reporting, preferential trade programs, supply chain security, and other aspects of international transactions.

The Manager also interacts with government agencies, officials, vendors, and suppliers to support the smooth flow of parts for production and parts operations across Honda facilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate the workload and activities of associates involved in import/export functions, local content reporting, and preferential trade programs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and mitigate organizational risk.


• Develop strategic initiatives and lead large projects that support the department's operational strategy.


• Influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish departmental objectives.


• Train associates on program requirements and audit results.


• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert and provide technical knowledge, training, and guidance to associates.


• Establish performance objectives, development goals, and succession plans for associates.


• Promote cross-training, continuity of operations, challenging and productive workloads, and quality work products.


• Interact with government officials, suppliers, and vendors regarding Honda's international trade and customs operations.


• Gather information and submit required regulatory reporting.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in International Business, Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

Minimum Experience

• 10+ years of import/export and trade compliance experience within the industry or with a customs broker or freight forwarder.


• Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.


• Thorough working knowledge of U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) import regulations, including 19 CFR, policies, and procedures.


• Working knowledge of customs programs and requirements including Reconciliation, Valuation, HTS, Country of Origin (COO), and audit.


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, government policies, and regulations.


• Ability to effectively present information, conduct research, respond to questions, and address/countermeasure issues.


• Supervisory skills and experience.

Other Job-Specific Skills

• Strong analytical skills and compliance mindset.


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.


• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.


• Database experience preferred.


• Working understanding of Honda products and business, including internal Honda systems and data elements.

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)


• Regional Bonus (when applicable)


• Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)


• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)


• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown


• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution


• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth

• Advancement Opportunities


• Career Mobility


• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning


• Training and Development Programs

Additional Offerings

• Lifestyle Account


• Childcare Reimbursement Account


• Elder Care Support


• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment


• Wellbeing Program


• Community Service and Engagement Programs


• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.