Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Trade & Customs - KPMG US : Job Details

Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Trade & Customs at KPMG US.

KPMG is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) to join our Trade and Customs practice. The role focuses on FTZ implementation, operations, and compliance, advising clients, and leading engagements within a collaborative, professional environment.

• Advise clients across various industries on Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) implementation, operations, and compliance matters
• Conduct quality reviews of trade compliance tasks and processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations
• Lead and manage project engagements, including team assembly, oversight of work, and full engagement responsibilities
• Support the development, training, and mentorship of delivery center staff and interns as part of the FTZ service team
• Guide clients on U.S. Customs and Border Protection and participating government agency requirements for FTZ import, entry, and export transactions
• Monitor project timelines and budgets, maintain active client communication
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG\'s respectful and courteous work environment

• Manage risk, financial performance, and identify new business opportunities

• Minimum five years of recent experience in trade compliance, with a focus on FTZ solutions and consulting
• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree from an accredited college or university; Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the National Custom Broker and Forwarder Association of America, in addition to other on KPMG\'s approved credential listing; any individual who does not possess at least one of the approved designations/credentials when their employment commences, has one year from their date of hire to obtain at least one of the approved designations/credentials; recruiter can provide the current list of approved designations/credentials
• Comprehensive working knowledge of FTZ processes, compliance activities, PGA reporting, and import/export regulations (e.g., Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs regulations, free trade agreements, entry, valuation, and compliance methods); experience with FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems and/or FTZ processing preferred; deep experience with U.S. import and export control regulations with practical, operational guidance
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access for import/export data review
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; no visa sponsorship is available

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in trade compliance, with a focus on FTZ solutions and consulting
• Demonstrated client development and management success preferred

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or veteran status.