Manager, Trade & Customs

General Summary:

This position manages various projects related to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), bonded warehouse and general import/export consulting services for Rockefeller Group International, Inc. (RGI) and non-RGI tenants. Projects include FTZ applications and activations, bonded warehouse implementations, ongoing FTZ and bonded warehouse consulting support services, and general import/export compliance consulting.

Summary of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

For Clients (both RGI and non-RGI tenants):

• Prepares FTZ feasibility/savings analyses
• Prepares, submits and monitors FTZ and bonded warehouse applications
• Assists with FTZ and bonded warehouse activation/implementation matters including application preparation, procedures manual preparation, systems implementation, and operational meetings
• Provides FTZ administration consulting services including FTZ software set up and problem resolution advice, support on daily FTZ software processing matters, etc.
• Provides ongoing FTZ consulting services including compliance reviews and advice as needed
• Provides general import/export consulting services, including assistance with classification, valuation, prior disclosures, C-TPAT, compliance reviews, security assessments, USCMA, etc.
• Monitors and communicates trade developments with clients and RGFTZS team
• Performs other duties as assigned

For RGI:

• Prepares, submits and monitors FTZ applications
• Researches and reports on FTZ suitability for potential tenants/industries
• Handles inquiries about existing and planned FTZ projects
• Assists in marketing FTZ projects
• Participates in various meetings and conference calls about FTZ projects
• Markets and represents RGI through active participation in the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred field of education: Business Administration, English, Finance, Transportation, Logistics, International Business or related business field

Experience / Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in international trade
• Prior experience in daily FTZ administration is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong research and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel is required

Licenses / Certifications Requirements:

Customs broker license is preferred