Trade Compliance Manager

Mann + Hummel, Inc.; Gastonia (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL, Inc. in Gastonia, NC, is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance professional for a hybrid role focused on US import/export compliance and cross-border regulatory adherence.

You will manage import/export activities, develop trade compliance programs, interact with Customs and other agencies, and train staff to ensure HTS, COO, and ECCN accuracy across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in trade compliance with direct responsibility for import/export.
• Experience with 19 CFR, Foreign Trade Regulations, and ECCN.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee import and export activities.
• Develop, implement and maintain trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. laws and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance.
• Manage customs brokers and oversee export/import declarations.
• Ensure product classification integrity for HTS and jurisdiction.
• Maintain global trade data and provide regulatory updates to management.

Skills

Trade compliance knowledge

Regulatory compliance

U.S. import/export

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Customs Regulations knowledge

Job description

As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of ‘leadership in filtration’. Become part of our team.

Job Description

Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY

This is a Hybrid position based at our location in Gastonia, NC.

There are no Visa sponsorships available for this position.

Responsible for import and export compliance matters for the United States, and support Canada and Mexico compliance matters. Manage and implement regulatory import and export policies and procedures ensuring consistent compliance with U.S. and International trade laws and regulations (including with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other agencies accordingly).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and oversee import and export activities, procedures and policies, including but not limited to the following:
• Develop, implement and maintain trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations as well as in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Evaluate and drive opportunities to streamline and standardize process and procedures
• Collaborate and build cross-functional relationships within the business to drive compliance
• Manage import customs reporting and customs valuation, country of origin and classification
• Complete and maintain Customs Compliance Manual
• Create and maintain documented process and procedures to align with Customs Compliance manual in business entities
• Manage customs brokers, maintain customs brokerage SOP and evaluate performance
• Oversee Export and Import declaration process including importer security filings, implement as necessary
• Ensure product classification integrity for both HTS and Jurisdiction and Classification
• Maintain global trade data (HTS, ICC, COO) and communicate as needed
• Implement and conduct Trade Compliance Training as needed
• Post entry audit and AES audit to ensure compliance with US regulations
• Business liaison with U.S. Customs and other agencies as required
• Communicate import and export regulatory updates, metrics and other data as identified to management and business stakeholders
• Ensure adequate resources dedicated to trade compliance functions and make recommendations to cross function partners/management and leadership
• Identify areas of duty/cost recovery and implement programs accordingly
• Resolve import and export issues with business, brokerage, third parties and vendors
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Experience:

8 – 10+ years’ experience in trade compliance with direct responsibility for import/export

Required Skills:

Experienced and knowledgeable with 19 CFR, Foreign Trade Regulations, and ECCN

Background in customs compliance and tariff management

Experienced in communication with Customs

Preferred:

#LI - Hybrid

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