Trade Compliance Manager (Global Manufacturing Business)
- Trade Compliance Manager
- Greater Seattle WA
- $80,000 to $115,000 + bonus + benefits
A thriving manufacturing business is now looking to hire a new Trade Compliance Manager to oversee all the Imports and Exports for the North American business unit of this multi-billion dollar company. This role collaborates closely with the Executives and oversees all Freight and International Transportation. The position is an exciting mix of both strategic and operational responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the flow of products international with the US and foreign countries ensuring company policies and procedures are adhered to
- Manage performance of brokers, carriers and third party providers around import and export activities and processes
- Lead negotiations and strategic development with transportation carriers
- Work closely with freight companies including DHL, FedEx, UPS and others
- Resolve import/export and customs issues as required
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Bachelor's degree (ideally in an analytical subject)
- 5+ years experience with Trade Compliance
- Extensive knowledge of international global transportation
- Strong process improvement & cost saving accomplishments
- Experience with managing teams of direct reports
