[Hiring] Program Manager, Trade Compliance @DSV

Role Description

The Program Manager, Trade Compliance is responsible for ensuring compliance with customs regulations and facilitating the smooth import and export of goods for the company. The Program Manager coordinates and leads FTZ related launch and operational activities across Contract Logistics, ensuring timely activations, successful launches, and compliant, ongoing operations. This role will serve as a key liaison between internal departments, clients, and regulatory agencies.

• Develop, implement, activate, and oversee daily FTZ program operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.
• 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 (CBP) on all FTZ-related matters.
• Ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and audit readiness.
• Lead internal compliance reviews and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations, including tariff classifications, valuation, reporting, and country of origin requirements.
• Ensure all weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual FTZ forms and reports necessary for FTZ operations are submitted and reviewed for accuracy.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks related to FTZ operations.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Lead tariff migration and duty savings strategies, including drawback, reconciliation, free trade agreement qualifications and cost-avoidance initiatives that support the financial objectives and supply chain flow in collaboration with Regulatory, Logistics, and Supply Chain stakeholders.
• Stay informed of regulatory and legislative changes impacting foreign trade zones or bonded warehouses.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as transportation and logistics, to ensure smooth movement of goods across borders, resolve discrepancies and support operational goals.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Expected base pay range is $105,000.00 – $130,000.00 annually.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location.
• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase.