Strategic U.S. Customs Compliance Leader

TGW Logistics; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO package offerings

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

TGW Logistics seeks a seasoned Customs Compliance Manager to lead the U.S. import program in Grand Rapids, MI. You will serve as the internal expert on importer-of-record obligations and oversee HTSUS classification, valuation, and recordkeeping to ensure compliance.

You’ll manage brokers and service providers, coordinate with cross-functional teams, develop and enforce policy controls, and train staff. The role requires at least 10 years’ experience and a valid U.S. Customs Broker License.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in HTSUS classification, GRI, and valuation.
• Experience with U.S. customs recordkeeping requirements and ACE.
• Strong ability to manage brokers and third-party providers.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers a risk-based U.S. customs compliance program.
• Serves as internal subject matter expert on importer-of-record obligations.
• Leads tariff classification activities under HTSUS and handles valuation analyses.
• Maintains records for classification, valuation, origin, and entry data.
• Manages brokers, freight forwarders, sureties, and software providers.
• Provides training and oversees corrective actions.

Skills

HTSUS classification

General Rules of Interpretation

customs valuation

recordkeeping

ACE (Automation of Customs Entry)

broker management

problem solving

communication skills

leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Active U.S. Customs Broker License

Tools

ACE

broker management software

Job description

TGW Logistics seeks a seasoned Customs Compliance Manager to lead the U.S. import program in Grand Rapids, MI. You will serve as the internal expert on importer-of-record obligations and oversee HTSUS classification, valuation, and recordkeeping to ensure compliance.

You’ll manage brokers and service providers, coordinate with cross-functional teams, develop and enforce policy controls, and train staff. The role requires at least 10 years’ experience and a valid U.S. Customs Broker License.