Foreign Trade Zone Manager

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Position summary:

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with all Foreign Trade Zone, Customs Border Protection, and Department of Commerce regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Maintain and update Foreign Trade Zone Operations Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, and compliance documentation.

• Prepare and submit required Foreign Trade Zone reports, including annual reports, inventory reconciliation, status changes, and admissions/withdrawals.

• Lead internal and external audits, coordinate responses, and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Monitor regulatory updates and ensure operational readiness for any required changes.

Operational Management

• Oversee daily Foreign Trade Zone operations including merchandise admissions, transfers, exports, and withdrawals for consumption.

• Manage inventory control systems to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with CBP requirements.

• Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, production, procurement, and finance teams to support Foreign Trade Zone processes.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of Customs documentation (e.g., CBPF 214, 3461, 7501).

• Optimize Foreign Trade Zone workflows to improve efficiency, reduce duty exposure, and strengthen supply chain performance.
  

System & Data Management

• Maintain zone inventory systems, including electronic recordkeeping and automated tracking tools.

• Ensure timely entry of data and accurate reporting within Foreign Trade Zone software (e.g. Thomson Reuters).

• Conduct variance investigations, and reconciliation to Customs Border Protection records.
  

Risk Management & Training

• Develop and deliver Foreign Trade Zone related training to internal staff to maintain strong compliance and operational awareness.

• Identify risks, implement controls, and ensure adherence to internal compliance standards.

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Foreign Trade Zone operations, guiding leadership on compliance impacts and opportunities.
  

Stakeholder & External Relations

• Serve as the primary liaison with Customs Border Protection, the Foreign Trade Zone Board, brokers, carriers, and external auditors.

• Manage relationships with third-party service providers and ensure alignment with Foreign Trade Zone requirements.

• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate opportunities for Foreign Trade Zone expansion, cost savings, and operational improvements.
  
  

Requirements

Experience/Certifications/Education:

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, International Trade, or related field.

• 3–7 years of experience in Foreign Trade Zone operations, customs compliance, or global trade management.

• Experience managing Foreign Trade Zone inventory control systems and customs documentation strongly preferred.

• Prior experience working with Customs Border Protection, bonded environments, or import/export operations is a plus.

  Pay Range $33.00/hr - $48.00/hr

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that Kravet LLC believes, at the time of this posting, that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. Only where an external candidate has extensive experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would Kravet Inc. consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

More about Kravet LLC

The family’s commitment to innovation has helped the company transform from a small fabric house to a global leader, representing brands and designers from all over the world. Kravet LLC. owns Kravet, Lee Jofa, Groundworks, GP & J Baker, Brunschwig & Fils and Donghia— specializing in style, luxury and exceptional design. With locations in North America and worldwide, Kravet Inc. offers the highest level of customer service, quality products and web technology for today’s design professionals.

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