Trade and Compliance Manager

Trade & Compliance Manager

About DRiV

DRiV, a Tenneco business, is a global leader in the automotive aftermarket, delivering innovative solutions through some of the industry's most trusted and recognized brands. With operations in more than 25 countries and a portfolio of leading aftermarket brands, DRiV is committed to helping customers maximize vehicle performance, reliability, and safety across every vehicle, every ride, every race, and every journey.

At DRiV, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to our customers. Our teams collaborate across regions and functions to deliver high-quality products and solutions that keep the world moving.

Position Summary

DRiV is seeking a Trade & Compliance Manager to lead North American customs and trade compliance activities while supporting global trade initiatives. This role serves as the primary operational contact for U.S. and Canadian Customs and Trade Compliance programs and is responsible for ensuring adherence to international trade regulations, customs requirements, and supply chain security standards.

The Trade & Compliance Manager will partner closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Logistics, and external trade partners to optimize compliance processes, mitigate risk, reduce duty exposure, and support efficient cross-border operations. This position will also provide leadership for compliance programs, customs classifications, free trade agreements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for U.S. and Canadian Customs and Trade Compliance activities, including leadership of a compliance team.
• Oversee Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) compliance programs, including data governance within ERP, trade compliance, and broker systems.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce global product classification policies and procedures.
• Manage Participating Government Agency (PGA) reporting requirements and ensure accurate declarations through collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Lead Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Special Trade Program initiatives, including qualification, certification, and customer support activities.
• Identify duty savings opportunities through duty leakage analysis and corrective action planning.
• Support supply chain security programs, including CTPAT, and ensure timely filing of Import Security Filings (ISF).
• Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance teams on landed cost analysis and Make vs. Buy evaluations.
• Manage customs broker relationships and conduct performance and compliance audits.
• Conduct internal trade compliance audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Coordinate U.S. customer returns through Canadian cross-dock operations, including preparation of pro forma invoices.
• Support duty drawback programs and claims submissions.
• Ensure accurate customs valuation practices, including value reconciliation processes and management of assists and other valuation considerations.
• Support customs ruling requests, regulatory inquiries, and government agency communications in the United States and Canada.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), Powers of Attorney (POAs), liquidated damages matters, and other customs-related activities.
• Support export documentation requirements, including consular certifications and legalizations where applicable.
• Serve as the system owner for Canadian CARM and U.S. ACE/CTPAT platforms.
• Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for CTPAT compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee monthly duty and tax payments to U.S. and Canadian government authorities.
• Partner with Finance to support import-related budgeting, forecasting, and accrual processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen compliance, increase efficiency, and reduce business risk.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in customs compliance, international trade, import/export operations, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian customs regulations, trade compliance requirements, and import/export processes.
• Experience managing HTS classifications, ECCN determinations, customs valuation, duty programs, and customs broker relationships.
• Working knowledge of customs and foreign trade regulations, including RGCE, TIGIE, Annex 24, and Annex 30.
• Experience conducting compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP systems to support trade compliance and logistics activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business functions and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification in Customs, International Trade, or Foreign Trade Compliance.
• Experience supporting IMMEX, CTPAT, OEA, Annex 24, and Annex 30 programs.
• Prior people leadership and team development experience.
• Experience managing global trade compliance initiatives across multiple regions.
• Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements, including USMCA and other applicable trade programs.
• Experience identifying and implementing duty optimization and cost-saving initiatives.

Why Join DRiV

At DRiV, you'll have the opportunity to influence a global trade compliance strategy, support a world-class automotive aftermarket business, and drive operational excellence across an international supply chain network. You'll work with talented teams committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to customers around the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DRiV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time based on business needs.