Trade Advisory Manager

flexport· 98 open roles

Location TBD On-siteFull-time2 weeks ago

Salary

$103,320 - $154,980

Experience

Mid

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

2 weeks ago

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About This RoleAI processing…

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Key Responsibilities

1
Help lead the team of customs and trade advisors.
2
Develop and roll out new trade advisory service offerings
3
Own the team’s long range plan and build the strategy to grow and meet aggressive goals.
4
Do whatever it takes to help our clients to resolve trade related questions and problems.
5
Strive to create an agile technology focused high performance culture.
6
Manage a team and be a proactive leader to build and grow Trade Advisory services.
7
Own the entire portfolio of clients and projects and lead the teams responsible for execution and reporting relevant metrics.
8
Use creativity to improve operational efficiency, leadership communication, and revenue growth.
9
Guide trade advisory associates on researching trade related matters such as tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, trade remedies, and free trade agreements.
10
Review, comment and help finalize client deliverables prepared by associates including memos and presentations.
11
Monitor client deadlines and prepare submissions to CBP.
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Maintain active communication with clients, customs and other government authorities, and internal stakeholders.
13
Proactively stay informed on the latest customs and other government agency regulations, ruling issuances, and industry trends that are relevant to our clients.
14
Organize and execute internal and external trade related communications.
15
Support Trade Advisory infrastructure and administrative requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
Must have Licensed Customs Broker required, J.D. or graduate degree
Must have 10+ years trade related experience working in house, at customs brokerage, consulting or law firm.
3-5 years experience managing associates, projects, and business metrics.
Strong technical and business writing skills.
Public speaking and presentation skills, including experience with webinars, training sessions, and client facing presentations.
An advanced command of tariff classification, valuation, duty minimization and avoidance strategies, government regulations and rulings, and other trade information.
Strong interpersonal skills and detail-oriented with superior organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
Expertise with Microsoft Office suite and Google equivalents.
High level of computer literacy. No paper. All digital.
A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.

Perks & Benefits

Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off.

The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits): $103,320 — $154,980 USD Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce.