Strategic Customs & Sourcing Compliance Lead (Hybrid)

Belk, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Belk, Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Customs Compliance Lead to execute end-to-end customs compliance strategy for imported private brand merchandise. You will oversee U.S.

customs regulations, HTS classifications, PGA requirements, and duty optimization, collaborating with Sourcing, Transportation, and Legal teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of relevant experience in customs and trade compliance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• 3+ years of Customs Broker or CCS preferred.
• Prior First Sale experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs the customs entry and import clearance process for all shipments.
• Leads compliance programs (CTPAT, ISA, ANL, UFLPA) and adapts to regulations.
• Oversees reporting, analytics, and auditing of duty spend and import trends.
• Partners with Technology, PLM, Sourcing, and Merchandise to drive system changes and data integrity.
• Collaborates with Director on policies, procedures, training, and governance.
• Manages vendor relationships with customs brokers and onboarding of new vendors.
• Assists with duty management and trade optimization, including FTAs and tariff mitigation.
• Requires designated in-office hybrid work schedule.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Multitasking

Shipping docs

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Belk, Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Customs Compliance Lead to execute end-to-end customs compliance strategy for imported private brand merchandise. You will oversee U.S.

customs regulations, HTS classifications, PGA requirements, and duty optimization, collaborating with Sourcing, Transportation, and Legal teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of relevant experience in customs and trade compliance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in