Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager

Bass Pro Shops; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on retail merchandise

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Global Trade Import Manager to establish and continuously improve import compliance across brands including Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, and WRMG. You will oversee CBP/CBSA compliance, HS classification, and first-sale programs while coordinating with brokers, freight forwarders, and internal partners.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in import compliance or global trade, with leadership experience, broker management, and familiarity with trade programs like C-TPAT or ISA.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of CBP/CBSA requirements, HTS/HS classification, and country of origin.
• Experience building import compliance programs and managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex trade regulations and data.
• Ability to lead audits, training, and continuous improvement in global trade processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish, manage, and improve corporate import compliance programs for Bass Pro Shops and affiliates.
• Oversee customs entry processes, broker activity, valuation, and PGA requirements.
• Lead first sale program development, including documentation standards and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with brokers, logistics, product development, and senior leadership on compliance.
• Identify risks, implement corrective actions, and monitor regulatory changes.

Skills

Import compliance

Global trade

CBP/CBSA knowledge

Leadership/supervision

Education

U.S. Customs Broker License preferred

Certified Customs Specialist

Certified Export Specialist

Tools

AS400

JDA

Microsoft Office

Customs brokerage systems

Job description

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Global Trade Import Manager to establish and continuously improve import compliance across brands including Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, and WRMG. You will oversee CBP/CBSA compliance, HS classification, and first-sale programs while coordinating with brokers, freight forwarders, and internal partners.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in import compliance or global trade, with leadership experience, broker management, and familiarity with trade programs like C-TPAT or ISA.