Trade Compliance Manager

Larson Maddox; Long Grove (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox partners with a global organization to place a Trade Compliance Manager responsible for leading U.S. import/export compliance programs and advising on customs regulations, trade strategy, and regulatory compliance across supply chain, logistics, procurement, and legal teams.

The role emphasizes developing and executing compliance policies, training, audits, and post-entry reviews, while staying ahead of CBP rules, USMCA/FTA, EAR/ECCN, and licensing requirements to mitigate risk and

Qualifications

• 4+ years of trade compliance experience focused on import operations.
• Deep knowledge of CBP regulations, HTS, origin determinations, USMCA/FTA.
• Experience with FTZ, Duty Drawback, AD/CVD, EAR, ECCN and export licensing.

Responsibilities

• Manage CBP regulations compliance for import/export programs.
• Oversee HTS classification, valuation, origin determinations, USMCA/FTA eligibility.
• Support EAR/ECCN, export licensing, and post-entry reviews.
• Lead policies, training, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance on FTZ, Duty Drawback, AD/CVD, and rulings.
• Serve as primary contact for inquiries, audits, investigations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and report metrics to leadership.
• Track compliance metrics and provide leadership insights.

Skills

Trade compliance

Import operations

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

We are partnering with a global organization seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead U.S. import/export compliance programs and support international trade operations. This role will serve as a key advisor on customs regulations, trade strategy, and regulatory compliance while collaborating across supply chain, logistics, procurement, and legal teams.

Job Description

We are partnering with a global organization seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead U.S. import/export compliance programs and support international trade operations. This role will serve as a key advisor on customs regulations, trade strategy, and regulatory compliance while collaborating across supply chain, logistics, procurement, and legal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) regulations and applicable import/export laws.
• Oversee HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin determinations, USMCA/FTA eligibility, and import documentation.
• Support export compliance activities, including EAR, ECCN classification, CCL reviews, and export licensing requirements.
• Lead trade compliance policies, procedures, training programs, audits, and post-entry reviews.
• Provide guidance on FTZ, Duty Drawback, Antidumping & Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD), and customs rulings.
• Serve as the primary contact for customs compliance inquiries, audits, and investigations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and recommend process improvements to mitigate risk and enhance operational efficiency.
• Track compliance metrics and provide reporting and insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of trade compliance experience with a strong focus on import operations and customs compliance.
• Deep knowledge of CBP regulations, HTS classification, customs valuation, PGA requirements, and USMCA.
• Experience with FTZ, Duty Drawback, AD/CVD, EAR, ECCN, and export licensing.
• Proven ability to lead compliance programs, audits, training initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, metals, industrial products, or complex global supply chains preferred.
• U.S. Customs Broker License preferred.