Job Opportunity

Trade Compliance Manager

League City, Texas or Aurora, Illinois, United States

INEOS Styrolution America LLC

Our Company: 

• The global leader in styrenics: No. 1 leader in styrenics with a focus on Styrene Monomer, Polystyrene, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Standard and Styrenic Specialties
• Employees: 3,600 worldwide
• Production sites: 20 manufacturing sites in 10 countries
• Customer base: Customers in 106 countries
• Sales: 4 billion EUR in 2020

Safety remains and always will be our number one priority at INEOS. Our US locations are following the INEOS Covid protocols for new hires as a condition of employment:  

• Candidates must be fully vaccinated prior to start date, and
• Provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination, or
• Willingness to obtain the vaccine before hire date and must be fully vaccinated prior to commencement of employment

The Position: Trade Compliance Manager -The key objective of this position is to manage the Trade Compliance functions for INEOS Styrolution to ensure compliance with US, Canadian and Mexican Customs regulations relating to imports and exports.

What you will do:

• Ensure that we meet all Trade Compliance requirements for the US, Canada, and Mexico
• Expert in all aspects of Trade compliance in the US and Canada
• Manage and work closely with the Trade Compliance Leader in Mexico
• Manage all Customs Brokers, Trade Compliance Attorneys, and consultants
• Manage the duty drawback program and USMCA 
• Responsible for the HTSUS classification of products produced, components, raw materials, equipment, and stores materials (valves, etc.)
• Oversees all import/export activities in Canada, US, and Mexico
• Ensure we are compliant with TSCA regulations (US), Domestic Substance Lists (Canada and Mexico)
• Identify new procedures and methods to expedite clearance of import shipments and delivery to customers
• Maintain Import/Export Procedures Manuals for US and Canada
• Manage, direct, and evaluate the work of designated customs brokers/freight forwarders (3)
• Conduct periodic training classes in compliance and other import/export related issues
• Maintain a current comprehensive knowledge of the US Department of Commerce and State regulations as well as Canadian regulations
• Plan and implement process improvements required to keep pace with the US government’s move to paperless export documentation processing
• Respond to inquiries from Customs brokers and Freight Forwarders regarding HTS and Schedule “B” classifications, ECCN classifications, documentation requirements or other import and export regulations to ensure timely clearance
• Work with Procurement to obtain documentation and information necessary for supply chain security and timely customs clearance of import and export transaction
• Manage the AEB system for North America in conjunction with European and Asian colleagues
• Responsible for management of Customs’ Powers’ of Attorney; Bonds with US Government
• Conduct post entry audit based on Customs Compliance Manual Guidelines (6000 entries per year)
• Manage annual reconciliation activities with US Customs
• Manage CT-PAT program
• Manage the importation of containers into the Americas in conjunction with Supply Planning as well as freight forwarders.
• Negotiation of rates and determination of freight forwarders and brokers
• Ensure verification and timely payment of invoices

What you will bring:

Level of education & knowledge:

• Trade Compliance Management experience

• University Degree with 5-10 years’ experience
• Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task adjusting priorities as necessary
• 2-4 years Supervisory Management Experience
• Strong computer skills in SAP, Excel and MS office applications
• Knowledge of SAP sales/distribution/plant (HST codes)/accounting modules

Experience in general:

• Experience working in manufacturing (chemical oil/gas) industry preferred
• Experience in Supply Chain related activities including: logistics, transportation, distribution planning and procurement

What we offer to you: 

• Competitive salaries, performance-related pay, and bonuses.
• A comprehensive benefits package with low premiums including health, short term disability, and life and accidental death insurance plans
• Retirement savings with company match + contributions
• Fitness and tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environment
• Career development and progression

We are INEOS Styrolution because:

It does not matter where you come from, who you are or how you see yourself. We have an inclusive approach that is open and transparent and welcomes talent first and foremost. At INEOS, we believe a diverse business provides the right platform for open and innovative thinking, and that’s where the best ideas come from. We are an equal opportunity employer and champion diversity.

• We are committed to the safety and personal well-being of all our employees
• We offer a positive learning environment and support career growth
• We produce materials that are necessary for our daily lives
• We contribute and donate to the communities in which we operate
• We are determined to deliver circular, low-carbon styrenics that are safe and sustainable

We are excited to hear from you and share more about our organization.

All the best,

The INEOS Styrolution Talent Team

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