Trade Compliance Manager

GameChange Energy; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

GameChange Energy is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager in Norwalk, CT to lead its international trade compliance program and ensure adherence to CBP and PGAs.

The role emphasizes HTSUS classifications, valuation, and origin determinations, with responsibilities spanning FTAs, antidumping duties, and regulatory monitoring. Requires 7+ years in trade compliance; offers hybrid work and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of trade and customs compliance experience.
• Experience with HTSUS classification and valuation.
• Knowledge of CBP and DOC processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as internal consultant to provide advice on international trade compliance issues including HTSUS classifications.
• Classification of imports under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS).
• Valuation and appraisement of imported merchandise.
• Country of origin determinations for CBP/DOC purposes.
• Eligibility of imports for Free Trade Agreements and Special Trade Programs.
• Antidumping and countervailing duties; and applicable trade actions.
• Maintain the company’s HTSUS classifications database.
• Review inquiries and communications from CBP and other PGAs.
• Monitor shipments for international trade compliance issues and assist logistics/procurement as necessary.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments to ensure compliance with statutes and regulations.
• Stay current on developing issues in international trade compliance.
• Liaise with outside counsel on trade compliance issues.

Skills

Trade compliance

HTSUS classification

CBP regulations

Job description

Currently accepting applicants in NJ, NY, and CT.

Hybrid/Remote: 3 days a week in the Norwalk, CT office

GameChange Energy is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the booming solar industry. We are a leader in the solar racking and tracker industry with a dynamic and driven team passionate about changing the game in solar. Our products are designed to be the fastest installing and most cost-effective in the industry.

Position Summary

GameChange Energy is seeking a highly qualified individual to manage its international trade compliance process. The individual will be responsible for working with various departments within the Company to ensure compliance with all statutes and regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) and all other relevant Partner Government Agencies (“PGAs”) including the Department of Commerce (“DOC”).

Trade Compliance Manager Job Responsibilities

• Serve as internal consultant to provide advice on international trade compliance issues including the following:
• Classification of the Company’s imports under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (“HTSUS”);
• Valuation and appraisement of the Company’s imported merchandise;
• The country of origin of the Company’s imported merchandise for CBP and/or DOC purposes;
• Eligibility of the Company’s imports for Free Trade Agreements and Special Trade Programs;
• Antidumping and countervailing duties; and
• Applicable trade actions such as Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and the like.
• Maintain the Company’s database of applicable classifications under the HTSUS.
• Review and respond to all inquiries and communications from CBP and other PGAs.
• Monitor incoming shipments for international trade compliance issues and assist logistics and/or procurement team as necessary.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments to ensure that the Company remains in compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• Remain current and knowledgeable of developing issues in international trade compliance.
• Liaise with outside counsel on trade compliance issues.

Trade Compliance Manager Qualifications/Skills

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in trade and customs compliance.

Full Time

Location: Norwalk, CT (Hybrid) - 3 days in office

Salary: $185,000 - $200,000 per year (DOE)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Principals only. GameChange Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.