OPPORTUNITIES

Customs Brokerage Manager - 2 Openings

Company Name: JAS Forwarding - USA
Position Available: Customs Brokerage Manager - 2 Openings
Onsite or Hybrid: Chicago, IL (Hybrid, In Office 3 days/week); Houston, TX (In Office)
Location: Chicago, IL & Houston, TX
Base Salary Range: $90-120K across both openings + Quarterly Operational Bonuses (dependent on company & branch performance)
Direct Report Position Title: Respective location Branch Manager

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.

The Customs Brokerage Manager oversees the import and Customs house Broker processes and ensures compliance with US laws and regulations, as well as JAS Forwarding operations procedures. This position is responsible for completion of all import and Customs house Broker transactions in an accurate and timely manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Partner with the local central dispatching team to oversee the day-to-day freight movement and ensure the workflow is adequately managed, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and handling any escalated issues from your team.

Customs Broker Manager is responsible for compliance, training, recordkeeping, and supervision of all customhouse broker and import personnel.
Responsible for all transactions and interactions with United States Customs and Border Protection (US CBP), Importer Security Filing (ISF), Container Freight Station (CFS) and all other government agencies on the local level (local port requirements as well as state requirements) and on the National Level, which includes Remote Location Filing (RLF)and out-port entries.
Educate and train the staff. Supports individuals in identifying and addressing performance gaps to enhance skills and capabilities.
Educate and assist customers on compliance requirements for US Customs and Border Protection and other government agencies, providing resources and training as needed.
Provide guidance to customers with general import concerns, including Classification, Valuation, Preferential Trade Programs, and Post Entry work.
Ensure the subordinates are organized, productive, and compliant with all government and Company requirements.
Supervise and monitor closely Importer Security Filings (ISF) filings to ensure 100% compliance.
Ensure all duty payments, duty statements, Automated Clearinghouse (ACH )statements and Periodic Monthly Statements (PMS ) are paid timely with all Company outlays following the corporate guidelines for duty advancements.
Be the subject matter expert (SME) for the Entry Processing sector, ensuring team successfully complies with JAS customer care standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly and/or indirectly supervise four (4) or more employees

Maintain up to date knowledge, including any needed continuing education of the regulations and procedures of the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) for the classification and entry of the goods along with other government agencies.

Train, supervise and advise entry writers and import personnel of JAS USA in the entry, importation, storage and transportation of goods in U.S.
Manage, direct, and evaluate the work of employees.
Responsible for annual employment reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Able to interact positively and effectively with co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, and government officials.

Knowledge of customs laws, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Food Drug Administration (FDA), Fish and Wildlife (US F&W) and other government agencies.
Excellent organizational, written and verbal skills.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Cargo Wise platform (preferred)
Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently.
Must be able to perform the essential duties of this position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of self or others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must be a Licensed Customer Broker (LCB)
Five years’ experience in the logistics or forwarding industry
A minimum of 3 years working in a supervisory role
A minimum of 4 years’ experience working in customs brokerage and understanding customs regulations
Bilingual is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Trade Compliance Operations Leader

Company Name: The TJX Companies, Inc.
Position Available: Trade Compliance Operations Leader
Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid (in office 2 days/week)
Location: Marlborough, Massachusetts
Experience Preference: Please refer to job description
Salary Range: $139,900 to $181,700 with additional compensation benefits
Direct Report Position Title: Vice President, Trade Compliance

Job Description:

Discovery is at the core of everything we do - whether it’s a great value, incredible style, or building long-lasting partnerships with people around the world. That’s what makes TJX different. You can find it all across our brands: TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense. Every one of our brands has one thing in common: environments that are always changing. That’s just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships, and even about yourself. Come discover what different can mean for you.

The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career.
The Assistant Vice President of Trade Compliance Operations is responsible for developing and implementing importing procedures and controls related to merchandise clearance, risk management, regulatory program adherence, and reporting. This role requires a subject matter expertise in applicable laws, government regulations, and import requirements to create and implement company policies and procedures that drive business outcomes and ensure trade compliance. The role ensures that products enter and clear the US in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and maintains TJX’s compliance with Customs & Border Protection (CBP) programs to enable timely supply chain flow.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Direct and oversee internal associates and third parties managing importing compliance with CBP and other government agencies, risk management, regulatory reporting, and auditing assigned work streams and business processes to ensure compliance with applicable laws, government regulations, and import requirements.
Direct and oversee the development and implementation of strategic projects to improve efficiency, compliance, and cost reduction opportunities in importing.
Monitor updates and direct changes to critical business policies and procedures to implement and adhere to new laws, government regulations, and import requirements.
Manage the development and oversee the deployment of programs to ensure adherence to CBP and other government agency programs, relevant laws, government regulations, import requirements, and company policies/procedures for internal associates and third-party providers.
Maintain awareness of best-in-class trade compliance importing regulatory adherence and risk assessment business processes and systems and apply this knowledge to TJX.
Develop strategic relationships with Product Development, Global Buying Offices, Supply Chain Leadership, and Business Stakeholders to drive business outcomes and improve importing business processes.
Serve as a subject matter expert and assist in compliance-related assessments and reviews to monitor the effectiveness of the internal control program and adherence.

Who We Are Looking For: You.
Must Have

Proven history of ensuring auditing programs meet reasonable care standards and post entry filing regulatory requirements
Expertise in determining applicable government agency filings are complete and meet reasonable care standards
Prior knowledge and experience working with various office software applications
Exceptional analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset
Strong ability to multi-task, work well in a fast-paced environment, and meet critical deadlines
Proven ability to build, lead, and coach high-performing teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interpret trade regulations to the organization
Strong problem-solving skills, humility, and continuous desire to learn

Nice to Have

Minimum 10+ years of experience in the Regulatory Compliance field, including 6+ years leading and managing trade compliance professionals/teams
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Broker License

We care about our culture, but we also prioritize your needs!
Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; childcare/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time.
We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Email Contact: janet_oliver@tjx.com
Department: Talent Acquisition
Phone Number: 508-688-2266

Import/Export Compliance Analyst

Company Name: B&G Foods Inc.
Position Available: Import/Export Compliance Analyst
Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid Remote
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Experience Preference: Please refer to job requisition
Education History Requirement: Please refer to job requisition
Salary Range: $70-75K
Direct Report Position Title: Sr. Manager Trade Compliance

Job Description

B&G Foods is seeking a talented import-export compliance analyst to join our International Trade Compliance Department. This newly created position will report to the Senior Manager of International Trade Compliance and support in areas such as harmonized tariff schedule (HTS) classification, Schedule B, import/export controls, auditing import/export entries, free trade agreement evaluations, country of origin determinations and resolving complex problems and situations pertaining to customs and cross‑border activities. This position will be based in Parsippany, New Jersey with opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement.

How to Apply