Trade and Compliance Manager

DRiV; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DRiV is seeking a Trade and Compliance Manager to lead customs and trade compliance for US and Canada, ensuring alignment with international trade regulations and cross-border operations.

The role partners with factory operations to coordinate imports/exports, manage compliance programs, and support cost-effective improvements across the production cycle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs and compliance, 5–7 years preferred.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single operational point of contact for US/Canada Customs and Trade Compliance.
• Oversee HTS/ECCN compliance and data management in ERP and broker systems.
• Lead trade program teams to support FTAs and compliance reporting.
• Ensure timely filing of ISF and other import/export documentation.
• Coordinate with finance on duties, taxes, and landed costs.

Skills

English fluency

Audit controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international trade or related field

Tools

SAP System

Job description

Tenneco’s Motorparts (DRiV) is a world leader in the international automotive aftermarket built from the combined strengths of Tenneco, Federal-Mogul and Öhlins with 31 of the best known and respected aftermarket brands, including 14 brands 100 years or older. Our colleagues throughout 25 countries around the world work as one team, driving advancements that help our customers get the most from every vehicle, every ride, every race and every journey.

We are looking for a Trade and Compliance Manager. This leader will use your knowledge and background in finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve production control output and continuous improvements. You will partner with the factory operations in providing direction that ensures product is coordinated, monitored and completes the production cycle according to schedule. All while ensuring that the organization adheres to international trade regulations, managing import/export processes and compliance programs to facilitate smooth cross boarder operations.

Responsibilities

• Appointed as single operational point of contact for the US and Canadian Customs and Trade Compliance Team; position is intended to have direct reports
• Oversee HTS and ECCN program compliance; including data management of within ERP, Trade Compliance and Broker Systems. Position will manage over global classification policies for all regions of import.
• Manage over Non-Customs Compliance Participating Government Agencies reporting; coordinate with internal departments for proper reporting and PGA declarations
• Lead Special Trade Program team to support proper Free Trade Agreement declarations and support FTA Qualification support for customers
• Support Duty Leakage Action Planning
• Support Supply Chain Security program’s, not limited to CTPAT. Ensure timely filing of Import Security Files (ISF)
• Participate in landed cost modeling and support Make vs Buy decisions.
• Audit Customs Brokers against performance standards; conduct internal audits
• Manage over US Customer returns from Canadian cross dock; assist in generating pro-forma invoices
• Support with Duty Drawback claims
• Ensure proper valuation on import declarations; including management of the Value Reconciliation program and any additions to price paid or payable (Ex Assists)
• Support Customs Rulings in US and Canada
• Manage over Customs Requests for Information, Broker POA’s, Liquidated Damages etc.
• Support Export Document Consulate stamping
• Serve as the account owner for Canadian CARM and US ACE / CTPAT Systems
• Develop RoadMap for CTPAT Compliance program; formerly known as Importer Self-Assessment accreditation
• Responsible for Monthly payment of Duties and Taxes to US and Canadian authorities
• Collaborate with finance on budget accruals for Imports

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as international trade, business or law is typically required.

Skills And Experience

• Proven experience of 5 to 7 years.
• Diploma and/or specialization: preferred un customs and compliance and logistics.
• Knowledge in customs law, RGCE, TIGIE, ANNEX 24, ANNEX 30.
• Certification in Foreign Trade and Customs (IMMEX, CTPAT, OEA, Anexo 24 & 30)
• Audit and internal control un compliance.
• Fluent & strong in English
• Knowledge in Office Package.
• Proficiency in SAP System

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned based on business needs.