North America Customs Manager

About the position

Kongsberg Automotive, a leading specialist in designing and manufacturing controls, pedals, and steering columns for the agricultural, construction, and power sports markets, is committed to driving the global transition to sustainable mobility. With a strong focus on engineering, sustainability, and innovation, we provide cutting-edge technology to the global vehicle industry. Headquartered in Zurich, with over EUR 830 million in revenues, the company's 5,700 employees are spread across 18 countries worldwide. Our product portfolio includes driver and motion control systems, fluid assemblies, and industrial driver interface products.

We are looking for a North American Customs Manager who will be responsible for the direct management of import compliance and external resources in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This position, located in Willis, Texas, will work with internal and external resources such as service providers, attorneys, and customs brokers.

Responsibilities

• Drive risk management for North American trade policy, monitoring and reporting organizational changes.
• Expand trade compliance strategy for K.A. locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Prioritize and address trade compliance initiatives, reducing areas of risk and maximizing areas of opportunity.
• Planning, analyzing, and implementing a robust customs strategy that aligns with K.A. and customs officials' expectations for the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
• Monitor, communicate, and implement changes to trade policy, supporting the organization in adjusting business processes to minimize exposure.
• Build and maintain relationships with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT)/Aduanas, customs brokers, external service providers, and trade and industry organizations.
• Manage U.S. Import Compliance functions, including, but not limited to, budget planning, leading and reviewing audits, compliance with Free Trade Agreements and Special Tariff Provisions, broker management, and interfacing with Customs Border Patrol requests and audits.
• Lead strategic oversight of Mexico IMMEX and Canadian import/export compliance functions.
• Oversee Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and OEA programs in Mexico.
• Develop a strategy to standardize KPIs by region and address high-priority topics such as cost reduction opportunities and effective relationships with Customs, Logistics, and Controller functions within all K.A. business units.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in international business, logistics, business management, or a similar field
• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of trade compliance experience
• U.S. Licensed Customs Broker
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. import regulations, CFR Title 19, Parts 0–140 and 141–199
• Technical knowledge of import/export regulations within North America, Mexico, and Canada
• Intermediate supply chain management and logistics experience
• Export compliance experience is a plus

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What we offer

• Work in a global and diverse company with endless opportunities
• Opportunity to improve skills and expand both personal and organizational competencies
• Access to learning and development opportunities through the KA Learning Lab
• Possibility to influence and make a difference in all aspects of the job
• Competitive benefits platform
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Application / Contact

If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.

Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.

The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.