About the role

  • The Import Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all imported goods comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including accurate Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, valuation, country of origin marking, and duty payment.
  • Works closely with Shipping, Finance and Legal.
  • Determine and validate HTS codes for all imported products using CBP rulings, Explanatory Notes, and General Rules of Interpretation.
  • Maintain classification records and justification files.
  • Submit binding ruling requests to CBP when necessary.
  • SAP data maintenance, ensuring proper HTSUS code for materials.
  • Ensure compliance with 19 U.S.C. § 1592 and other applicable customs laws.
  • Monitor changes in trade regulations, tariffs (e.g., Section 301), and free trade agreements.
  • Oversee preparation of import documentation (proforma invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin).
  • Coordinate with customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance.
  • Track all imports and resolve delays or issues.
  • Conduct internal audits of import transactions and customs entries.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Engineering to ensure product data accuracy.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in international Trade, Supply Chain, Law, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in import compliance, customs brokerage, or trade law
  • In-depth knowledge of HTSUS, CBP regulations, and international trade practices
  • Experience with CBP’s Customs Rulings Online Search System (CROSS) and ACE Portal
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities
  • Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification preferred
  • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification preferred
  • Certified Export Specialist (CES) certification preferred
  • Authorization to work in the U.S

Benefits

  • 2 remote days per week
  • Half day Fridays
  • A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
  • Industry competitive compensation
  • Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
  • 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Subsidized Daycare
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
  • Subsidized food delivery
  • Monthly celebrations
  • Quarterly employee events
  • Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering

Job title

Import Compliance Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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