The Trade Compliance Manager, will report to the Director, Trade Compliance and is responsible for trade compliance of assigned Husqvarna business unit(s). This person oversees all trade compliance aspects of borders crossing inbound and outbound shipments for these business units. Key to this is driving business results and best practices through compliance and strong collaboration with functional leaders and teams across the company. The positional will also develop and implement tools and processes for continuous improvement, and assist related sites with day-to-day trade compliance activities.
Further to that, the Trade Compliance Manager will support the NA Trade Compliance mission to ensure that all Husqvarna products are correctly classified, imported or exported and proper records are maintained in support of those activities. For this reason the Trade Compliance Manager will have in-depth knowledge of Customs Regulations, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and Export Regulations.
Essential Duties:- Assign proper harmonized tariff codes (HTS) and export control classification numbers (ECCN) to all manufactured and purchased products.
- Maintain classification database with legal references and audit notes.
- Assist with maintenance of Import and Export Compliance Manuals for U.S. operations.
- Collaborate with brokers to file post summary corrections or protests with U.S. Customs or the Canadian Border Service Agency as applicable.
- Determine application of Participating Government Agency (PGA) regulations for applicable HTS codes and imports.
- Drive strategic trade compliance program efficiency, including risk assessment, risk management and respond to issues that are identified.
- Ensure accurate and complete recordkeeping of all trade transactions pursuant to domestic and international trade requirements.
- Ensure Husqvarna operations are adhering to the requirements set forth in the Husqvarna Import Compliance Manual(s) and Husqvarna Export Compliance Manual(s).
- Independently and routinely conduct import and export compliance audits of day-to-day trade activities, content, documentation and record keeping.
- Interpret Customs rulings, explanatory notes, and technical product drawing to assist in assignment of proper HTS classifications.
- Manage process of qualifying finished goods and components to various free trade agreements (e.g. USMCA, AUSFTA, etc.).
- Produce compliance training materials and conduct training for internal stakeholders.
- Promote transparency, visibility and best practices in our import and export compliance processes.
- Respond to and assist with problems or questions that may come up concerning any import or export transactions or shipments.
- Responsible for other duties as assigned.
- Support audits conducted by government agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security, or Canada Border Service Agency, etc.
Qualifications (Education and Experience):Required
- Broad range of experience and capabilities with Customs regulations, communications and general importer/exporter customs operations.
- Required Years Of Experience, 2 Years with international business.
Desired
- U.S. Licensed Customs broker preferred
- Preferred Education, Associate's Degree, Technical Degree, Business Administration Degree, International Trade Compliance Certification or equivalent years of experience in a Trade Compliance role.
Skills and Capabilities (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):Required
- Strong knowledge of international trade laws and regulations, including tariffs, trade agreements, and customs procedures.
- Proficiency in performing internal audits using established methodologies.
- Experience with customs entry and export/import processes and software.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with different departments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- High attention to detail and integrity.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Technical aptitude manipulating data using Excel, Access, ERP platform software, SaaS software, and additional proprietary software systems.
- Team player, self-starter, problem solver and strong critical thinking skills.
