Transport & Logistics · Permanent
Manager I Global Trade Compliance (Remote)
TE connectivity · Pennsylvania, United States
- Location: Pennsylvania, United States
- Employment: Permanent
Job description
Overview
In this role you will drive BU-level trade compliance within TE's Global Trade Services, focusing on the CLS Business Unit in the Americas. You will act as a trusted advisor to BU leadership, ensuring import/export compliance, regulatory awareness, and risk reduction across plants and distribution centers. You will collaborate with governance, service centers, and cross-functional teams to implement compliant trade strategies and training. This is a chance to shape how TE navigates global trade laws while supporting growth and operational excellence.
Compensation / Benefits
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
Responsibilities
• Serve as subject matter expert for U.S. Customs and trade operations in the Americas with knowledge of Mexico and South America
• Lead duty reduction initiatives and implement customs value reconciliation procedures within a matrix organization
• Oversee BU-level trade operations and compliance for assigned BU, plants and distribution centers
• Maintain TE policies, procedures, and controls for trade activities in collaboration with BU stakeholders
• Be a point of contact for BU stakeholders on trade-related matters and develop trade-related solutions and controls
• Maintain BU-level KPIs and reporting for efficiency of operations
• Partner with GTS Governance and Service Center to monitor regulatory changes and actions
• Conduct trade compliance audits with Governance and oversee corrective action plans
• Develop and administer trade compliance training across the region and organization
• Utilize GTS Operations Service Center for classification, screening, and duty savings compliance
• Identify opportunities to facilitate compliant and cost-effective trade (FTAs, duty drawbacks, etc.)
• Foster relationships with internal functions to raise awareness and mitigate trade risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with trade-related government entities
• Engage cross-functional teams to implement trade controls and respond to business changes
• Lead by example to create a culture of engagement and performance
Key requirements
• Bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain, law, or related field
• 5+ years' experience in global trade compliance in the Americas
• Experience supporting trade operations in Mexico and South America is a plus
• 3+ years' experience in a trade function within industrial/electronics/transportation sectors is preferred
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs practices in the Americas, especially US
• Proven ability to work with supply chain, legal, procurement and finance teams
• Spanish writing and speaking skills are a plus
• Customs broker license or trade certifications are preferred
• Willingness to travel 10-20%
• Analytical thinking
• Creative problem-solving
• Strong written and oral communication
• U.S. Customs and Trade operations knowledge
• Customs valuation and transfer pricing concepts
• Duties related to section 232 and 301 tariff regimes
In this role you will drive BU-level trade compliance within TE's Global Trade Services, focusing on the CLS Business Unit in the Americas. You will act as a trusted advisor to BU leadership, ensuring import/export compliance, regulatory awareness, and risk reduction across plants and distribution centers. You will collaborate with governance, service centers, and cross-functional teams to implement compliant trade strategies and training. This is a chance to shape how TE navigates global trade laws while supporting growth and operational excellence.
Compensation / Benefits
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
Responsibilities
• Serve as subject matter expert for U.S. Customs and trade operations in the Americas with knowledge of Mexico and South America
• Lead duty reduction initiatives and implement customs value reconciliation procedures within a matrix organization
• Oversee BU-level trade operations and compliance for assigned BU, plants and distribution centers
• Maintain TE policies, procedures, and controls for trade activities in collaboration with BU stakeholders
• Be a point of contact for BU stakeholders on trade-related matters and develop trade-related solutions and controls
• Maintain BU-level KPIs and reporting for efficiency of operations
• Partner with GTS Governance and Service Center to monitor regulatory changes and actions
• Conduct trade compliance audits with Governance and oversee corrective action plans
• Develop and administer trade compliance training across the region and organization
• Utilize GTS Operations Service Center for classification, screening, and duty savings compliance
• Identify opportunities to facilitate compliant and cost-effective trade (FTAs, duty drawbacks, etc.)
• Foster relationships with internal functions to raise awareness and mitigate trade risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with trade-related government entities
• Engage cross-functional teams to implement trade controls and respond to business changes
• Lead by example to create a culture of engagement and performance
Key requirements
• Bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain, law, or related field
• 5+ years' experience in global trade compliance in the Americas
• Experience supporting trade operations in Mexico and South America is a plus
• 3+ years' experience in a trade function within industrial/electronics/transportation sectors is preferred
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs practices in the Americas, especially US
• Proven ability to work with supply chain, legal, procurement and finance teams
• Spanish writing and speaking skills are a plus
• Customs broker license or trade certifications are preferred
• Willingness to travel 10-20%
• Analytical thinking
• Creative problem-solving
• Strong written and oral communication
• U.S. Customs and Trade operations knowledge
• Customs valuation and transfer pricing concepts
• Duties related to section 232 and 301 tariff regimes