Trade Compliance & Supply Chain Manager

A global manufacturing organization in Chicago is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance & Supply Chain Manager to help build and strengthen its global trade compliance function. This is a high-visibility role with broad responsibility across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The Manager will serve as a key trade compliance expert while partnering closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to improve policies, controls, and processes across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead global trade compliance across imports, exports, customs, sanctions, and related regulations
• Provide guidance on HTS classification, country of origin, customs valuation, tariffs, and FTAs
• Monitor and interpret changing global trade regulations, export controls, and sanctions
• Develop and improve compliance policies, procedures, controls, and governance frameworks
• Conduct risk assessments, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide oversight around supplier traceability, forced labor requirements, and supply chain due diligence
• Partner with global business teams to translate regulatory requirements into practical solutions
• Support audits, regulatory inquiries, and interactions with customs authorities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of trade compliance, customs, import/export, or related regulatory experience
• Experience within a global manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, HTS classification, country of origin, valuation, tariffs, and FTAs
• Experience developing or improving trade compliance policies and controls
• Strong cross-functional communication and business-partnering skills
• Supply chain due diligence, forced labor, ESG compliance, or regulatory agency experience is a plus

Compensation & Location

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Model: Hybrid – 4 days in office / 1 day remote

Compensation: $100K-$160K base (based on experience) + annual bonus

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision