Program Manager, Trade Compliance, FTZ

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Trade compliance program manager overseeing FTZ launches, customs compliance, and duty-savings strategies. Supporting DSV’s global transport and logistics operations across Contract Logistics.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with customs regulations and facilitate smooth import and export of goods
  • Coordinate and lead FTZ-related launch and operational activities across Contract Logistics
  • Develop, implement, activate, and oversee daily FTZ program operations
  • Support operational teams with FTZ procedures, training, and best practices
  • Manage inventory control and reporting within FTZ environments
  • Liaise with U.S. Customs and Border Protection on FTZ-related matters
  • Ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and audit readiness
  • Lead internal compliance reviews and implement process improvements
  • Ensure compliance with tariff classifications, valuation, reporting, and country-of-origin requirements
  • Submit and review weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual FTZ forms and reports
  • Identify and mitigate compliance risks related to FTZ operations
  • Lead tariff migration and duty-savings strategies, including drawback, reconciliation, free-trade-agreement qualifications, and cost-avoidance initiatives
  • Collaborate with Regulatory, Logistics, Supply Chain, transportation, and logistics stakeholders
  • Stay informed of regulatory and legislative changes affecting foreign trade zones or bonded warehouses
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth cross-border movement of goods, resolve discrepancies, and support operational goals

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in international trade, supply chain management, or a related field
  • 5–7 years’ experience in Program Management, FTZ management, Bonded Warehouses, or Trade Compliance
  • Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ operations
  • Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) preferred
  • Ability to operate in a structured, compliance-driven environment
  • Experience working with a variety of commodities and industries
  • Proficient in ACE, ABI, ICRS, and ERP systems
  • Previous leadership or management experience
  • Strong knowledge of customs regulations and procedures
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in preparing customs documentation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Familiarity with international trade agreements and requirements
  • Knowledge of transportation and logistics operations
  • Proficient in customs brokerage software and systems
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software and technology platforms used in the transportation and logistics industry
  • CCS, AZS or CZS certification advantageous
  • English reading, writing, and verbal proficiency
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good mathematical skills
  • Must be able to travel by plane and automobile

Benefits:

  • Base pay range of $105,000.00–$130,000.00 annually
  • Benefits offerings with eligibility, coverage options, and plan details available through the DSV Benefits Showcase
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Equal employment opportunity protections