Sr. Manager, Customs & Trade Compliance

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Responsibilities:

• Leading the US / MX / BR Customs Team and Reporting to Global Head
• Management and further development of the Customs & Trade Compliance program in the US, MX and BR for the purpose of mitigating risk to the company.  (Including classifications, valuations, training program, manuals, export controls, broker strategy, other customs and foreign trade topics)
• Ensure compliance with IMMEX program in Mexico
• Strategic support and advice to mitigate customs costs (e.g. section 301 tariffs, etc.)
• Support in roll out of global projects (Export Controls, Free Trade Agreements, etc.)
• Review of legal changes and implementation
• Advise on complex supply chains / strategic decisions
• Support of external and internal customs audits and self-assessments Management of stakeholders and customs brokers

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or job-related field from an accredited institution.
• Automotive customs experience.
• Work experience 5 years minimum in similar role.
• Manufacturing, Purchasing, Legal, Logistics experience a plus.
• In depth knowledge of US / MX / BR Customs and Border Protection Regulations
• Working knowledge of CBP portals and website.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.