This role:
The FTZ Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's Foreign Trade Zone program in compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and FTZ Board requirements. This is a critical compliance and operations leadership role that requires deep knowledge of FTZ regulations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with customs brokers, warehouse teams, and clients.
This position is on site in Bloomington, Indiana.
The responsibilities:- Oversee all daily Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities, including admissions, transfers, manipulations, and exports, ensuring full compliance with CBP regulations and the FTZ Act.
- Maintain precise inventory records in the FTZ management system; perform timely inventory reconciliation and cycle counts.
- Prepare and submit all regulatory reports, such as FTZ Annual Reports, statistical data, implement corrective measures as needed, and CBP entry documentation.
- Act as the main point of contact with CBP port directors, the FTZ Board, and external auditors.
- Develop, update, and enforce FTZ standard operating procedures, policies, and internal controls to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Conduct ongoing training for warehouse and operations teams on FTZ protocols, recordkeeping standards, and regulatory changes.
- Track changes in FTZ regulations, CBP rulings, and trade policies; evaluate operational impacts and adapt procedures accordingly.
- Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders to maximize duty deferral, inversion, and elimination benefits for clients.
- Support FTZ activation and expansion, including site surveys, application preparation, and Board approvals.
- Partner with IT and operations teams to maintain and enhance the FTZ inventory management system.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of employees.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams (supply chain, finance, legal) and external partners (customs brokers, freight forwarders, government agencies) to optimize FTZ operations.
Required qualifications:- Bachelor's degree (preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field)
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience managing a Foreign Trade Zone operation, customs and logistics.
- In-depth knowledge of FTZ regulations (19 CFR Part 146), CBP requirements, and FTZ Board procedures.
- Proficiency with FTZ inventory management software, Microsoft office and customs management systems.
- Strong understanding of import/export compliance, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, and duty rates.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present compliance findings to internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
Preferred qualifications:- Experience with FTZ activations, expansions, or reorganizations.
- Familiarity with trade programs such as bonded warehouses, duty drawback, and C-TPAT.
Work Environment:- Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and occasional lifting of up to 50lbs
- On-Site warehouse/FTZ facility with possible travel to CBP offices or industry events
In return, you'll be eligible for[1]
:- Day One Benefits
- Medical & Dental Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Spouse Life Insurance
- Child Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Time Off Program
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave and more
- Adoption Reimbursement Program
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Community and Volunteer Service Program
- Employee Ownership Plan
- Additional Benefits
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Insurance Benefits
- Vision Coverage
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Legal and more
- Onsite Campus Amenities
- Workout Facility
- Cafeteria
- Credit Union
[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26
DisclaimerThis job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.
