US Trade Compliance Manager – HTS Classification & U.S. Customs Compliance

US Trade Compliance Manager – HTS Classification & U.S. Customs Compliance

Location: Garner, NC — Raleigh metropolitan area (Hybrid Position)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a US Trade Compliance Manager – HTS Classification & U.S. Customs Compliance for a global manufacturing company based in North Carolina. This is a hybrid position, with three days on-site and two days working from home. This position will be responsible for leading trade compliance activities across North America, with a strong focus on U.S. import/export compliance, customs regulations, tariff classification, country of origin, export controls, customs entry audits, broker coordination, regulatory monitoring, and internal compliance procedures.

This role will ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Foreign Assets Control, and other applicable government agencies. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, HTS classification, ECCN, USMCA, and trade risk management within a manufacturing or product-based environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed Customs Broker certification is preferred.
• Additional training or certification in trade compliance, import/export regulations, customs brokerage, or international trade is a plus.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years in customs, trade compliance, import/export operations, customs brokerage, or international trade compliance.
• Strong background in U.S. import/export compliance and U.S. customs regulations.
• Hands-on expertise in HTS classification, country of origin determination, customs entries, and trade documentation.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including tariff classification, valuation, admissibility, and duty requirements.
• Skilled in working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, logistics teams, and internal business partners, including auditing completed customs entries to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
• Background in manufacturing, industrial products, engineered components, automotive, aerospace, electronics, electrical components, metal components, or other product-based environments is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Commercial teams, customs brokers, suppliers, customers, and government agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• USMCA qualification and free trade agreement compliance.
• Export controls, ECCN, BIS, OFAC, sanctions, and restricted-party compliance.
• SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar ERP experience.
• Ocean import entry background; air import experience is a plus.
• Licensed Customs Broker certification.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of customs valuation, Incoterms, duty requirements, admissibility, and import/export documentation.
• Knowledge of Section 232, Section 301, antidumping duties, countervailing duties, sanctions, tariffs, and regulatory changes affecting international trade.
• Ability to interpret product descriptions, technical documents, BOMs, engineering drawings, and material data to support accurate classification decisions.
• Understanding of import recordkeeping, bonded warehouse documentation, retention requirements, and compliance controls.
• Familiarity with ERP material master data related to trade compliance fields, including HTS, country of origin, ECCN, and customs documentation.
• Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in classification, documentation, and compliance processes.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex regulations and apply them to business operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve customs issues, broker questions, shipment delays, documentation gaps, and compliance concerns.
• High integrity and accountability when managing trade compliance risk.
• Ability to work independently while influencing cross-functional teams.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to train and guide internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.
• Adaptability to changing government regulations, tariff updates, customs priorities, and business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the North America trade compliance program, with a strong focus on U.S. import/export compliance.
• Ensure accurate HTS classification, country of origin, ECCN, customs documentation, and ERP trade compliance data.
• Work with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to resolve clearance issues, customs entries, and documentation discrepancies.
• Audit customs entries and import/export records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper duty treatment.
• Monitor regulatory changes related to tariffs, sanctions, export controls, antidumping/countervailing duties, and free trade agreements.
• Support USMCA qualification, documentation, and ongoing compliance activities.
• Establish internal controls, compliance procedures, audit processes, and corrective actions to reduce customs and regulatory risk.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial teams to support accurate classification and trade compliance decisions.

What Client Offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work schedule: three days on-site and two days working from home.
• Opportunity to work in an international, growing, and innovative company.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Our client is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.