Trade Compliance Supervisor

Emanuelchamber; Georgia; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson Packaging is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Specialist to maintain, develop, and execute initiatives for a robust trade compliance program. The role focuses on SME guidance for import/export, policy compliance, and documentation management across global operations.

Responsibilities include EO/EEI audits, HTS/ECCN assignment support, C-TPAT initiatives, and training development. Collaboration with freight forwarders and internal teams is essential to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in trade compliance.
• Licensed customs broker a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for import & export compliance, providing guidance on policies and procedures.
• Ensure activities comply with import/export control laws and Nordson policies.
• Provide documentation for EEI audits and respond to corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standard work for import/export documentation processing.
• Develop and conduct import/export training; create KPIs for compliance metrics.
• Assist with HTS/ECCN codes for products and with C-TPAT audits.
• Stay updated on changes to import/export laws and communicate actions needed.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to align with global supply chain delivery.
• Lead multiple projects and mentor Import/Export Analysts and Export Coordinators.

Skills

Trade compliance

Import/export knowledge

EEI audits

HTS/ECCN codes

C-TPAT

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Trade

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nordson Packaging, a global leader in Packaging, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for maintaining, further developing, and executing initiatives to ensure a robust Trade Compliance Management Program.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for import & export compliance, providing advice and guidance on compliance, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure that the activities of the business unit comply with applicable import & export control laws and regulations, as well as requirements set forth in the Export Management and Compliance Program and Nordson’s Internal Customs Policies and Import Procedures Manual.
• Provide documentation for and respond to corrective actions associated with EEI audits.
• Develop and maintain standard work documentation relative to import & export transactions and documentation processing, and other export process related subject matters.
• Develop and conduct import & export related training as needed.
• Develop import & export compliance KPIs.
• Assist with assignment of HTS and ECCN codes to new and existing products.
• Assist with completion of C-TPAT audits and implementation of initiatives to ensure C-TPAT certification is maintained.
• Stay abreast of changes to import & export control laws and regulations; communicate and ensure appropriate action is taken to stay in compliance.
• Review/analyze rejected freight bills for resolution and ensure they are coded with the correct general ledger codes prior to approval.
• Process export documentation for Certificates of Origin/Compliance/Quality, and ITAR
• Perform research and special projects as assigned.
• Drive continuous improvement ensuring best practice sharing and constant drive for cost excellence.
• Assist with processing Duty Drawbacks for imported/excisable material used in the manufacture of exported goods.
• Work closely with Nordson’s Freight Forwarders to coordinate freight movement to meet delivery expectations across global supply chain. Supports strategic initiatives in coordination with the Corporate Logistics function.
• Responsibilities will include managing multiple projects, contributing knowledge and developing leaders, performing analysis, developing solutions, justifying investments, managing implementation of projects, integrating systems with processes, providing training, and measuring results. Manage, mentor and develop Import/Export Analysts and Export Coordinators.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in trade compliance related field
• Licensed customs broker a plus

About Nordson Packaging

Nordson Packaging is the leader in precision dispensing, fluid management, and related technologies. We serve the Packaging end market to improve production efficiency and product quality for a variety of packaging manufacturing processes. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Packaging is a global team that works to create technology that helps efficiently apply adhesives to meet both form and function for a wide variety of packaging applications like tankless technology, self-diagnostic and intuitive touch-screen controls, auto-fill technology, clean-cutoff and self-cleaning applicators, and pattern generation controls. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Packaging. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.