Strategic Global Trade Compliance Leader

Larson Maddox; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 119,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A Fortune 500 professional services & manufacturing company is seeking a Manager of Global Trade Compliance to join its legal team in northern Cincinnati. You will lead the import/export compliance function and oversee HTS classifications and risk management across global operations.

Responsibilities include developing company-wide trade compliance programs, partnering with Legal, Finance, Tax and Supply Chain, and mentoring a team to ensure consistent, compliant execution and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Customs broker license or relevant trade compliance cert preferred.
• Experience with SAP, GTM platforms, and compliance tech.
• Strong knowledge of U.S./Canada customs regulations and HTS.
• Proven leadership of import/export programs in manufacturing or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Lead import/export compliance function and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Own HTS classification processes and ensure accurate product classification.
• Develop and drive enterprise-wide trade compliance programs.
• Advise cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, Tax, and Supply Chain.
• Manage relationships with brokers, freight forwarders, and agencies.
• Oversee internal controls, audits, and monitoring of tariff classifications.
• Utilize trade analytics to assess performance and risk, support audits.
• Provide training to strengthen compliance awareness across the organization.

Skills

Trade compliance leadership

HTS classification

Regulatory interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Business

Tools

SAP

Global Trade Management

Trade compliance software

Job description

A Fortune 500 professional services & manufacturing company is seeking a Manager of Global Trade Compliance to join its legal team in northern Cincinnati. You will lead the import/export compliance function and oversee HTS classifications and risk management across global operations.

Responsibilities include developing company-wide trade compliance programs, partnering with Legal, Finance, Tax and Supply Chain, and mentoring a team to ensure consistent, compliant execution and audit readiness.