Manager, Customs and Trade Compliance

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a motivated and detailoriented Manager Customs & Compliance to support and manage key components of Fortune Brands Innovations customs operations. This role will be responsible for executing and maintaining compliance with U.S. and international trade regulations supporting import/export processes managing HTS classification accuracy and partnering with crossfunctional teams and external service providers.

The Manager will support continuous improvement efforts maintain required reporting through systems such as ACE and help ensure compliance with free trade agreements and duty programs. This position provides leadership to customs team members along with daytoday oversight for customs processes and external partners.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule (3x per week; Tuesday Wednesday Thursday) based out of Deerfield IL. Fortune Brands has transitioned to a new world-class campus in Deerfield bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices brands and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration along with amenities for dining onsite daycare fitness and recreation. 

RESPONSIBLIITIES:

• Support and manage customs operations broker management and exception resolution to ensure compliance with all U.S. and applicable international trade regulations.
• Ensure accurate HTS classifications and country of origin for imported and exported products.
• Ensure compliance with USMCA and other Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) including qualification analysis and ongoing validation.
• Leverage ACE portal and reporting tools to monitor compliance and support internal reporting.
• Coordinate with external brokers freight forwarders and government agencies as required.
• Oversee customs broker performance including clearance prior to arrival and issue resolution.
• Maintain and update broker Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent execution and compliance.
• Support reconciliation audits and internal reviews related to import compliance.
• Partner with internal teamsincluding supply chain sourcing legal and plant operationsto ensure endtoend compliance.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support maquila operations when needed.
• Contribute to development and enhancement of customs processes SOPs and controls.
• Travel as required to support business operations.

Qualifications :

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in customs trade compliance or a related field.
• Brokerage license required.
• Strong working knowledge of HTS classification import/export processes and customs regulations.
• Experience with ACE portal reporting and related compliance tools.
• Familiarity with USMCA and other free trade agreements.
• Experience with customs software platforms; GTM experience is a plus.
• Understanding of U.S./Canada/Mexico crossborder processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detailoriented with strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS:

• Experience of maquila operations.
• Experience implementing customs software programs.
• 2 years of experience directly managing people.

Additional Information :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $120000 USD - $140000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more visit our website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression national origin ancestry age disability/handicap status marital status protected veteran status sexual orientation genetic history or information or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time