Customs Compliance Manager SATX

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeResponsible for leading and managing all aspects of U.S. import and export trade compliance for the San Antonio manufacturing facility to ensure adherence to applicable international trade laws regulations and company policies. This role serves as the site subject matter expert for customs compliance duty optimization supply chain security and government agency requirements while mitigating regulatory risk and supporting business continuity. The Trade Compliance Manager partners with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient movement of goods across international borders and drives continuous improvement in trade compliance processes and TypeFull Time FLSA ExemptLocation13210 Palo Alto Rd. San Antonio TX 78224Benefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 16 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesLead and manage site-level import and export compliance activities ensuring adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and applicable government agency tariff classification (HTSUS) customs valuation country of origin determinations and qualification for USMCA and other Free Trade implement and maintain trade compliance procedures internal controls work instructions and compliance monitoring customs brokers freight forwarders and third-party service providers to ensure accurate customs filings KPI performance and regulatory and oversee Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) operations CTPAT program requirements supply chain security initiatives and audit readiness import and export documentation for accuracy including commercial invoices certificates of origin broker instructions and supporting customs compliance audits risk assessments corrective action initiatives and post-entry activities including PSCs protests reconciliations and other CBP regulatory developments tariff changes trade remedies and enforcement trends while providing guidance and recommendations to business training and compliance guidance to Supply Chain Logistics Sourcing Engineering Finance Operations and other functional duty optimization duty drawback initiatives and business continuity planning through proactive identification and mitigation of trade-related duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in business Supply Chain International Trade Logistics Finance or a related (5) or more years of experience in import/export compliance customs compliance international trade or a related working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations tariff classification customs valuation country of origin determination recordkeeping requirements and broker with HTS classification USMCA/FTA qualification customs documentation review and CBP post-entry pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsLicensed Customs Broker (LCB).Experience supporting Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) operations and compliance with CTPAT programs supply chain security initiatives and trade risk with CBP Reconciliation processes duty drawback programs and tariff mitigation industry experience supporting high-volume import and export Skills Abilities & CompetenciesStrong problem-solving and analytical to work in a high-stress -oriented and able to work approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the to understand processes (system and non-system) troubleshoot develop and recommend working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint Teams and Microsoft knowledge of U.S. Customs and international trade compliance to interpret regulatory requirements and implement practical business verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the utilizing ERP systems ACE Portal broker portals and trade compliance organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and compliance initiatives to develop and deliver effective compliance training programs for business ConditionsBoth office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Remain stationary operate hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.