Location: Wickliffe, OH; Deer Park, TX
Job Type:Full-time; Collaborate in office 4 days each week, with 1 flexible day
How You'll Make an Impact As a Sr Manager - Trade Compliance & Classification (North America), you'll be at the forefront of our trade compliance strategy, leading regional governance, tariff classification excellence, and risk-based compliance execution across North America. You'll collaborate with global and regional partners to enable compliant growth, optimize duties, and strengthen competitive advantage.
In this role, you will:
- Lead, develop, and engage a high-performing regional trade compliance and classification team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as the primary regional contact for customs authorities and lead audits, inquiries, and regulatory engagements.
- Ensure accurate and compliant import and export tariff classifications aligned with global standards and governance.
- Drive regional risk assessments, internal controls, self-audits, and corrective and preventive action plans.
- Partner with business, legal, and functional leaders to support manufacturing, sourcing, and trade initiatives while managing risk.
- Optimize duty savings through compliant use of tariff classification, duty programs, and free trade agreements.
- Oversee trade compliance data, systems, metrics, and training to ensure sustained regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success - Bachelor's degree with approximately 10 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
- Minimum 5 years of deep subject matter expertise in trade compliance and tariff classification.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing geographically dispersed teams.
- Strong knowledge of tariff classification principles, duty programs, manufacturing, and procurement processes.
- Proven ability to manage audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs.
- Experience leveraging AI-based tools and automation for Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification.
- Technology proficiency with ERP systems, ideally SAP and SAP Global Trade Services.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward - Advanced degree in supply chain, international business, or related field.
- Additional language proficiency beyond English.
- Experience working directly with customs authorities across multiple jurisdictions.
Your Work Environment At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work-whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:
- Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
- Occasional lifting or movement of materials
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
Benefits that Empower You - Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
Learn more at https://benefits.lubrizol.com/!
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