Run daily import/IOR operations for the United States, Canada (CARM) and Australia: direct brokers on entry filings, ISF 10/2, post-summary corrections, reconciliation and record-keeping; act as primary interface with CBP, CBSA and Australian Border Force.

Track regulatory changes related to import duties and trade sanctions; ensure timely communication to internal stakeholders and team

Lead A Nextracker Global Trade Centre of Excellence. For example, for classification: own master data and classification rulings, issue guidance on complex determinations, engage outside counsel for rulings, disclosures and specialized projects.

Drive duty-savings programs by identifying and executing classification strategies, USMCA/FTA claims, drawback and other mitigation initiatives; quantify and report realized savings.

Manage AD/CVD exposure (e.g., SE-Asia solar modules) by monitoring cases, determining scope exposure, determining and managing compliance requirements.

Select, contract and audit customs brokers; establish KPIs and periodic performance reviews

Implement and sustain CTPAT importer certification by leading gap assessment, security-criteria rollout and annual validations across facilities and suppliers.

Run monitoring, audits and risk management through scheduled self-assessments, broker/entry audits and risk reviews; manage CBP inquiries, prior disclosures and corrective actions to closure.

Set governance and strategy for the global trade-compliance framework by drafting, maintaining and communicating policies, SOPs and manuals; track regulatory changes and convert them into effective internal controls.

Embed compliance into business initiatives by providing regulatory and landed-cost input for new-product launches, sourcing shifts, system projects and M&A due-diligence to remove trade barriers for the business.

Own trade-data and systems governance by ensuring accuracy of HTS/ECCN/COO fields in ERP/GTM platforms and deploying dashboards or automation to surface anomalies and support landed-cost decisions.

Deliver targeted training and communications for logistics, procurement, engineering, finance and commercial teams; issue regulatory alerts and best-practice guides.

Maintain export-control and sanctions compliance for limited outbound flows: determine ECCNs status, run restricted-party and end-use screening, and retain export records.

Education: Bachelor’s in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business or related field (Master’s a plus).

Experience: Minimum 7 years progressive trade-compliance experience with significant hands-on U.S. customs ownership and global program exposure.

Credentials: U.S. Licensed Customs Broker strongly preferred; CCS/CES or similar certifications advantageous.

Regulatory Expertise: Deep working knowledge of 19 CFR, HTSUS, ACE, USMCA, AD/CVD and U.S. export-control regulations.

Systems: Proficiency with ERP (e.g., Oracle, SAP), global-trade-management solutions and ACE/CARM portals

Data Analysis: Strong data-analytics mindset and advanced user of Excel and other data analytics tools.

Business and Leadership: Proven ability to convert regulatory risk into commercial insight, influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Supply-Chain Insight: Solid understanding of ocean, air and intermodal logistics and Incoterms.

Languages: English fluency required; Spanish and/or Mandarin highly valued.

Soft Skills: Strategic thinker with meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and persuasive communication style; adept at balancing tactical urgency with long-term program development.

Travel: Up to 15 percent (domestic and occasional international).