Trade Compliance Manager
Ericsson
- Location
- Plano,Texas,United States
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- 16h ago
About this role
Grow with us About this opportunity: Ericsson does not sponsor U.S. work authorizations for this position, including H-1B, O-1, L-1, and TN visas. Ericsson also does not hire F-1 visa holders working on EAD for this position. Ericsson is shaping the future of enterprise connectivity. Within Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS), we are building a differentiated enterprise networking and security portfolio and scaling a global multi-channel go-to-market strategy. We are looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to help ensure our import and export operations meet U.S. and international regulatory requirements while supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and a strong culture of compliance. This is an opportunity for an experienced trade compliance professional to play a key role in managing import and export compliance activities, advising stakeholders across the business, and strengthening processes that support a global supply chain. What you will do: • Lead and support trade compliance activities across U.S. import operations and broader international import/export transactions. • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs, import, export, classification, country of origin, free trade agreement, and related trade compliance matters. • Manage and maintain product classifications, including Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) determinations. • Partner with suppliers, brokers, logistics providers, and internal teams to help ensure accurate and compliant cross-border transactions. • Monitor imports, identify shipment or customs-related issues, and drive timely resolution to minimize delays and business disruption. • Conduct audits and reviews of import and export documentation, entries, and supporting records to identify discrepancies, reduce risk, and improve controls. • Support broker management activities, including entry review, audit coordination, and ongoing operational alignment. • Help develop, implement, and improve trade compliance processes, work instructions, and internal controls. • Provide subject matter expertise and training to teams across legal, finance, supply chain, logistics, operations, procurement, and product development. • Perform tariff, trade remedy, and free trade agreement analysis, including rules of origin and related certification support. • Support Importer Security Filing and other U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements, as applicable. • Assist with CTPAT and other security or compliance program activities, including documentation and process support. • Maintain required compliance records, customs-related documentation, and applicable customs bonds. • Prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. • Assess trade-related risks and escalate key issues with clear recommendations. • Support special projects and other compliance-related responsibilities as needed. The skills you bring • Bachelor’s degree in international trade, logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. • 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs compliance, import/export operations, or a related field. • Strong knowledge of U.S. import regulations, customs procedures, and global trade compliance requirements. • Hands-on experience with HTS classification and a solid understanding of ECCN classification and export control requirements. • Knowledge of free trade agreements and rules of origin, with particular familiarity in USMCA preferred. • Experience managing import operations across air, ocean, and ground transportation. • Ability to interpret regulations, assess risk, and translate requirements into practical business guidance. • Experience