Associate Director Import Compliance TCRS4787

HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW

The Associate Director - Import Compliance is responsible for the company's import compliance and tariff mitigation strategy while ensuring compliance with CBP and PGA rules and regulations

This is a hybrid position based in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Relocation assistance is available.

EXPECTATIONS

· Interpret regulation changes to assess impact and risk and provide leadership updates
· Direct duty optimization programs including First Sale, duty drawback, TIB, and FTZ
· Define the KPI framework and performance standards across customs operations and compliance
· Serve as authority on HTS classification, country of origin, valuation, FTA, and trade remedies including IEEPA, Sections 232/301, and AD/CVD
· Create a post entry roadmap; audit, post-summary corrections and prior disclosures
· Own the C-TPAT program, including the Annual Notification Letter to CBP
· Lead forced labor and traceability compliance including UFLPA
· Maintain the Import Compliance Manual for internal and external partners
· Guide cross functional partners on import compliance matters (Tax, Finance, and Legal)
· Manage the Import Compliance & Operations team

ESSENTIALS

· Licensed US Customs Broker (LCB) required
· Bachelor's degree required
· 10-12 years of import compliance experience, automotive a plus
· In depth knowledge of customs entry process including HTS, COO, Valuation, FTA, etc.
· Working knowledge of C-TPAT program requirements
· Experience managing external brokerage and consulting partners
· Ability to communicate complex trade compliance issues to all levels
· Excellent team leader and mentor skills
· Understanding of export controls and regulations a plus