Schindler Elevator Corporation

Customs & Trade Compliance Manager

Schindler Elevator Corporation • $90K — $120K *
Morristown, NJ 07960In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, International Trade, Law, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 7-10+ years of progressive customs and trade compliance experience.
  • Strong technical expertise in customs classification, valuation, and origin.
  • Knowledge of tariff regulations and IEEPA requirements.
  • Experience with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and global trade compliance frameworks.
  • Proficient in ERP and trade management systems, particularly SAP and SAP GTS.
  • Ability to navigate complex customs matters and adapt to regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain global customs and trade compliance framework.
  • Standardize customs processes and support global policy implementation.
  • Act as escalation point for intricate customs compliance issues.
  • Oversee and monitor customs brokers and external trade partners.
  • Identify and mitigate customs-related financial and compliance risks.
  • Analyze customs data and operational performance for optimization.
  • Drive cost saving initiatives through data analysis and process improvements.

Benefits

  • Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
  • 3 weeks' vacation that increases with tenure, alongside 7 sick days and 3 floating holidays.
  • Tuition Reimbursement available after 6 months of service.
  • Parental Leave offering 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks after the birth or adoption of a child.
  • Access to various development opportunities for professional and leadership growth.
Full Job Description
Location: Morristown, NJ, United States
Job ID: 90046

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Customs & Trade Compliance Manager

Your main responsibilities

This hybrid leadership role combines governance and operational support to ensure consistent customs and trade compliance across a global organization. Reporting within Finance, the role develops the global compliance framework, standardizes processes, manages complex escalations, and strengthens financial controls, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain the global customs and trade compliance framework, ensuring alignment with financial controls, audits, and regulatory requirements.
  • Standardize customs processes and support implementation of global policies, procedures, and best practices across regions.
  • Act as the escalation point for complex customs and trade compliance issues, providing expert guidance and ensuring consistent resolution.
  • Oversee customs brokers and external trade partners, monitoring performance and compliance with global standards.
  • Identify and mitigate customs-related financial and compliance risks while supporting audit readiness and remediation activities.
  • Analyze customs data, duty spend, and operational performance to drive cost optimization, process improvements, and informed decision-making.


What you bring

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, International Trade, Law, or a related field.
  • Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree, including 7-10+ years of progressive customs and trade compliance experience with strong technical expertise in customs classification, valuation, origin, and import/export processes.


Experience & Qualifications
  • 7-10 years of customs and trade compliance experience, with demonstrated technical expertise in:
  • Customs classification, valuation, and origin
  • Tariff regulations and IEEPA requirements
  • Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
  • Global trade compliance frameworks
  • Experience working with ERP and trade management systems (e.g., SAP, SAP GTS).
  • Ability to manage complex customs matters and adapt to changing regulatory requirements while balancing classification and trade compliance priorities.


What's in it for you?

  • Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
  • 3 weeks' vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
  • Parental Leave - 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child's birth or adoption.
  • A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.


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About Schindler Elevator Corporation

Schindler Elevator Corporation is a subsidiary of the Schindler Group, a Swiss multinational company that specializes in the manufacture, installation, and maintenance of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. Schindler Elevator Corporation is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, and has operations in over 100 countries. The company's products are used in a variety of settings, including commercial buildings, airports, hospitals, and residential buildings. Schindler Elevator Corporation is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of energy-efficient products and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
Learn more about Schindler Elevator Corporation
Size
70,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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