Trade Compliance Manager

PRI Global; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent compliance consultancy in Hershey is looking for a skilled individual to oversee global trade compliance initiatives. The incumbent will support development and management of compliance policies, conduct audits of import transactions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Operations, a Customs Broker License is preferred, and at least 6 years of relevant experience is required. This role emphasizes strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a focus on Logistics or Operations.
• Preferred Customs Broker License or similar certifications.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Support development of compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide oversight of trade compliance self-testing plans.
• Conduct audits of US import transactions.

Skills

Import compliance expertise

Trade compliance program knowledge

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Change management skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Operations, Business Admin or related field

Customs Broker License

Master Customs Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist

Tools

SAP/GTS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support development of Global Trade Compliance Related policies and procedures
• Implement, maintain and manage corrective actions to ensure existing policies and procedures are followed.
• Provide oversight of Hershey’s Trade compliance Self-Testing Plan (STP), including quarterly audits, review of the “risk areas” identified in the STP and preparation of the Annual Notification Letter (ANL)
• Participate in Audit of US import transactions to test health of global trade compliance program and 3rd party performance (customs brokers, carriers, etc.…). Audit activities should be aligned with standards set forth in the Department Principles, Rules & Tools document, Importer Self-Assessment standards and address standard testing elements and country specific requirements with a focus on three parameters: Completeness, Availability and Accuracy
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to bridge identified gaps as a result of audit findings.
• Conduct periodic reviews of appropriate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and scorecards with Compliance and Operations stakeholders. Report out detailed assessment of transaction testing elements to identify errors and risk areas to management and leadership.
• Manage relationships with key third party partners supported global trade compliance and operations.
• 25% Team Support
• Facilitate collaboration primarily with Global Trade Operations and other departments as appropriate.
• Maintain department Principles, Rules & Tools, including periodic review and update.
• Support with the development and implementation of trainings for Global Trade compliance
• 10% Project Management
• Drive effective import compliance procedures to mitigate compliance risk, minimize customs & PGA delays and streamline workflows.
• Support cross-functional teams engaged in projects that fall within scope of global trade; this requires participation in committees, projects and ad hoc meetings to educate the internal stakeholders on import requirements that may impact their commercial initiatives
• Identify, pursue and track/report cost saving initiative.
• Support ACH Draw reconciliation executed monthly.
• Support Hershey’s Customs Reconciliation Program
• Develop annual goals, participate in cross-training, define and supporting own career path and succession planning

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Operations, Business Admin or related field
• Customs Broker License (Preferred)
• Master Customs Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist or similar (Preferred)
• Minimum of 6 years of industry experience
• Experience: Demonstrated experience providing import compliance subject matter expertise.
• Strong understanding of operations, trade compliance programs and global customs requirements applicable to Hershey product portfolio
• Strong initiative and change management skills.
• Able to present professional and technical materials to different audiences.
• Strong attention to details, analytical, math and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of.
• Effective import compliance practices, Importer Self Assessment Program
• SAP/GTS and associated Master Data Management
• Harmonized Tariff Code Classification, Country of Origin Verification, Free Trade Agreements applicable in North America
• Valuation, Incoterms, Related Parties
• Diverse types of PGA requirements, FSVP and others as they relate to Food & Machinery
• Experience with technology.
• Microsoft Office
• SAP/GTS/Similar ERP and Inventory systems