National Import Compliance Leader

American Shipping Company; Moonachie (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Shipping Company in Moonachie, NJ, seeks a senior leader to oversee nationwide customs brokerage, import operations, and regulatory compliance, ensuring CBP and PGA requirements are met across all locations. This role partners with executive leadership to drive policy development, optimize workflows, manage CargoWise, and reduce risk while supporting growth and operational Excellence.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in import operations with multi-location oversight and a proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Active U.S. Customs Broker License required.
• 10+ years in customs brokerage, import operations, or logistics.
• 5+ years in senior management overseeing multi-location operations.
• Experience with CargoWise and regulatory programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide national oversight of import and customs brokerage activities.
• Develop and maintain corporate-wide import compliance policies.
• Oversee entry processing, documentation, and release procedures.
• Establish KPIs and drive continuous improvement across locations.
• Lead training and employee development in regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or related field

Active U.S. Customs Broker License

CCS / CES / CUSECO certifications (preferred)

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

American Shipping Company in Moonachie, NJ, seeks a senior leader to oversee nationwide customs brokerage, import operations, and regulatory compliance, ensuring CBP and PGA requirements are met across all locations. This role partners with executive leadership to drive policy development, optimize workflows, manage CargoWise, and reduce risk while supporting growth and operational Excellence.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in import operations with multi-location oversight and a proven