Trade Compliance Manager

Date: Sep 7, 2024

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64444

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

The Global Supply Management (GSM) Function is recognized as a critical function for business success. It delivers the training, tools and opportunities needed to create innovative solutions for the function & the corporation. GSM has leading edge, effective processes to anticipate and exceed customer requirements.

Position Purpose:

The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for managing Corning’s global duty spend & cost reduction portfolio across the businesses. This role requires extensive knowledge of customs regulations, trade agreements, and international trade processes. This person will work closely with various departments, including finance, logistics, and legal, to identify, recover, or minimize duties paid on imported goods. The Trade Compliance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with customs regulations, optimizing duty savings, and supporting the organization's overall trade operations. The successful candidate will contribute to cost savings, improve cash flow, and enhance the organization's effectiveness in the global market.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• Extensive working experience in duty drawback or customs compliance roles

• In-depth knowledge of customs regulations, duty recovery and avoidance processes, and international trade practices

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and submitting Protests, Post Summary Corrections and Drawback claims

• Knowledge of trade agreements, such as USMCA, etc.

• United States Customs Brokerage License

Responsibilities:

• Continuously manage Corning’s global import and export profile to identify potential duty drawback, (or other Gov’t recovery) opportunities.

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information and documentation, including invoices, shipment records, and customs documentation

• Work with a 3rd Party to prepare duty drawback, Post Submission Corrections, or Protests claims accurately and in compliance with customs regulations and track status of claims and follow up with customs authorities to ensure timely processing

• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on duty recovery, reduction, bonded operations and requirements

• Continuously review and assess duty recovery and avoidance processes to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes

• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and evolving regulations related to duty recovery and avoidance

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $78,426.00 - $107,836.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte