Job Description

🚨 We’re Hiring! Contract-to-Hire 🚨

🛡️ Job Title: Trade Compliance Manager 🌍

✅ 🕒 Full-Time: 40 hours/week

💻 Hybrid: Raleigh, NC 27609 Office 2–3 days/week. Could consider relocation.

💰 Pay: W2 ONLY — $60.00/hr. to $80.00/hr.

📅 Start Date: ASAP

⏳ Contract: Initial 3 months → Permanent hire

🕗 Shift: 8 AM – 5 PM (flexible)

Join us and keep global trade moving smoothly! 🚢✈️

Are you passionate about international trade and compliance? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where precision and strategy matter? If so, this role is for you! As our Trade Compliance Manager , you’ll be the guardian of global trade regulations, ensuring every shipment meets compliance standards while optimizing processes for efficiency and cost savings.

✅ What You’ll Do

• 🌐 Lead import & export operations — ensuring full compliance with global trade laws and company policies.
• 🤝 Manage Customs Broker relationships for timely, cost-effective service.
• 📄 Oversee documentation accuracy (invoices, bills of lading, customs declarations).
• 🚀 Optimize freight & clearance processes to reduce costs and mitigate risks.
• 🔍 Stay ahead of trade laws & sanctions to keep operations compliant.
• 🛠 Resolve supply chain disruptions with logistics partners and internal teams.
• 💼 Negotiate contracts with carriers and freight forwarders for better service and savings.
• 🇺🇸🇨🇦 Support U.S. & Canadian trade risk management , addressing regulatory challenges.
• 📊 Classify HTS codes and assess trade remedies (ADD/CVD).
• 💡 Evaluate Free Trade Agreement eligibility to maximize duty savings.

🎯 What We’re Looking For

• ✅ Expertise in HTS classification for U.S. & Canada.
• ✅ Knowledge of ADD/CVD duties , Section 232 Trade Remedy, and tariff mitigation.
• ✅ Experience with Free Trade Agreements for duty optimization.
• ✅ Background in global supply chain & customs brokerage (retail experience a plus!).
• ✅ Skilled in CBP ACE Portal & CBSA CARM portal for compliance tracking.
• ✅ Proficient in Microsoft Office , especially Excel for data analysis.
• ✅ Strong organizational skills, analytical mindset, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• ✅ Strategic thinker with proven ability to implement new processes.
• ✅ Excellent communication and stakeholder influence skills.
• ⭐ Bonus: Experience with duty drawback, First Sale, FTZ programs, and CTPAT .

📚 Certifications & Experience

• 🎓 Education: Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 🏅 Certifications: Licensed Customs Broker.
• 📈 Experience: 5+ years in trade compliance, customs brokerage, and/or import/export operations.

💡 Why Join Us?

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping global trade strategies, reducing costs, and ensuring compliance—all while working with a collaborative, forward-thinking team. If you’re ready to make an impact, apply today! 🚀

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Standard Benefits language for Associates and Colleagues

Associate Benefits language to include on Temp and Temp-to-Hire postings:

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Colleague Benefits language to include on internal job opportunities:

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis up to 152 hours a year, 10 Paid Holidays, 1 Community Service Day, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation, Flexible hours, Shift work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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