Trade Compliance Manager

Join the AESC Team!

We are hiring a Trade Compliance Manager in Murfreesboro, TN (hybrid)

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

What You Will Do

• Manage import/export audit program, measure broker performance, execute after action review to determine root cause to implement corrective actions.
• Conduct Quarterly check with custom brokers to evaluate performance, review compliance, review trends and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Identify and achieve cost savings through the use of trade agreements, US Goods Returned, Temporary Import Bond and continuous improvement to trade process.
• Develop and implement program for the management of Antidumping & Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD), Section 232 and 301 duties, Quotas, and others.
• Create and deploy compliance training program on topics such as: Valuation, Recordkeeping, Import/export compliance, Automated Export System (AES) Filing and Reporting, Broker Management, and other compliance related topics.
• Provide expert advice and guidance within organization regarding all aspects of trade compliance, including customs duty, import/export procedure and export control.
• Manage and communicate with CBP to resolve import issues, CF28, CF29, etc.

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in law, International Business, International Trade, Engineering or related area.
• Minimum 8 – 10 years progressive trade compliance experience, experience of people leadership is preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Partner Government Agencies (PGA) requirements, Federal Registry, Import/Export Licensing, Forced Labor, ACE, etc.
• Expert knowledge of Quotas, Anti-Dumping/Countervailing Duty, Section 232, 301 and other duties.
• Able to actively lead/participate in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to detect and mitigate risks.
• Ability to communicate at all levels within government departments.

What We Offer

At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.