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Global Trade Operations Manager

Aptiv
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2025

US Global Trade Operations Customs Manager

The position is designed for manager to oversee the correct execution of all US import, exports and post entry via all transportation modes (Land/Air/Ocean).

Other:

  • Direct engagement with government agencies to be updated to current requirements.
  • Primary contact with central areas of GTC, Legal, Logistics, classification and Business Units.
  • Provide support in all internal or external audits
  • Responsible of providing financial reporting of customs expenses by Plant/Business Unit.
  • Monitor KPIs (Internal, External Brokers)
  • Execute management of GTO personnel & identify the teams needs

Competencies required skills

  • Professional Degree ( 6 years' experience)
  • English
  • Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
  • Management Experience
  • Basic accounting knowledge
  • Project Management Skills
  • Analytical and reasoning skills for escalation to manager/leadership.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Teamwork ability
  • Decision making
  • Proactivity
  • Customs Specific:
  • General knowledge of Foreign Trade Policies
  • In-depth knowledge of US Customs Regulations, US Imports, Exports & Post Entry
  • In-depth knowledge of ACE Portal w/Trade Owner Experience
  • Partner Government Agency Experience
  • External Broker Sourcing Background (e.g., RFP, Contracts, Broker Management)

General knowledge of Foreign Trade Policies

  • In-depth knowledge of US Customs Regulations, US Imports, Exports & Post Entry
  • Resolve shipment data insufficiencies for US Imports & Exports
  • US Post Entry Corrections & Data Retention
  • Perform Duty Rate Analysis
  • PGA Reporting
  • FDA Annual Reporting
  • Entry Data Analysis & Auditing
  • ISA Testing
  • Surety Bond Management
  • AD/CVD Qualification
  • 301 Exclusion Qualification
  • DUNS Number Management
  • Reconciliation Programs
  • Drawback Program

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Interact with Partner Government Agencies Interact with Customs National Account Manager Interact with Internal Aptiv Legal & Compliance Teams Systems Access

  • IT Connection Monitor & Manage Functionality (EDI connectivity)
  • ACE Portal Owner = US customs
  • Create & Maintain Reports - ACE, CDW, Broker Portals
  • CARM Portal Owner = Canada customs

Manage Customs Brokers

  • Write & Manage Customs Broker Contracts
  • Manage Broker Instructional Documents

Carrier Power of Attorney Management & Record Retention Trans-border Logistics Special Projects (e.g., Trade Show Imports) Employee Management

Required Training

  • Onboarding
  • EOS Enterprise Operating System
  • HR Raise Your Voice Program Alza la voz
  • NOM-35 Mx Normative for psychosocial risk factors at work-Identification, analysis and prevention
  • Lean 2.0
  • Induction Health & Safety (H&S)
  • Health and Safety Overview
  • Contingency Plan

Others

  • OnDemand
  • SAP
  • GTS
  • Broker & Trade Portals
  • D&B Supplier Risk Manager
  • BI
  • Group Email Monitoring
  • Teams Files

Why join us?

  • You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
  • You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

  • Private health care effective day 1 of employment
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Opportunities to give back to the community
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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