Trade Compliance Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in San Jose, CA (Job ID 10136332)

Description

Job Title: Trade Compliance Manager
Company: Kelly Services
Location: On-site | San Jose, California
Reporting To: LSIG Director, Trade Compliance
Department: Legal & Compliance (Trade Compliance Function) About the Role
Kelly Services is seeking a highly skilled Trade Compliance Manager to lead our customer trade compliance matters and ensure adherence to import and export regulations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee trade compliance operations, implement and optimize our trade compliance program, and drive tariff mitigation strategies. Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day trade compliance operational activities within the US and Canada, and support trade compliance functions globally.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Logistics, R&D, Quality, and other key stakeholders as a subject matter expert on trade compliance requirements.
• Lead tariff mitigation and duty saving strategies, including first sale, duty drawback, country of origin determinations, reconciliation, Section 232 tariffs, and cost-avoidance initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and improve global trade compliance programs, policies, SOPs, and internal controls for the US, Canada, and Europe.
• Proactively identify, assess, and execute process improvements and value-add opportunities to enhance compliance efficiency, minimize regulatory risk exposure, and drive cost reductions.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6+ years of experience in customs, export controls, or a related field, with a proven track record in managing trade compliance programs and leading cross-functional projects.
• Proficient knowledge of US export regulations (EAR, Census, OFAC sanctions, Commerce Control List, ECCN classification, export licensing, restricted party screening).
• Advanced expertise in US customs regulations (customs valuation, HTS classification, country of origin determination, import compliance requirements).
• Working knowledge of Canadian and EU import/export trade regulations and their application.
• Demonstrated experience implementing tariff mitigation strategies (free trade agreements, duty drawback, reconciliation, cost-reduction programs).

Preferred Qualifications

• U.S. Licensed Customs Broker (highly preferred)
• Experience with Oracle, ERP systems, and data analytics/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the life sciences manufacturing industry

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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