Manager Customs

DP World Contract Logistics delivers tailored, scalable, and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive and technology premier brands for more than 60 years.

Our site at Perris delivers extraordinary 3PL solution to a tech giant. The Customs Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of customs and FTZ compliance for Perris Site. This role plays a critical part in protecting the company from regulatory risk, optimizing trade operations, and supporting supply chain strategies.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in global trade compliance, international logistics or customs compliance roles.
• Experience with customs processes and Customs Valuation, import/export compliance, including customs regulations and international trade, Preferential & Free Trade Agreements.
• EAR and ITAR experience.
• Licensed Customs Broker, Certified Trade Compliance Specialist and/or Certified Customs Specialist preferred
• Experience developing and implementing import/export compliance programs
• Strong teamwork skills and preferably having experience working with complex matrix teams in international arena.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment embracing changes every day.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills, pro-active attitude.
• Attention on details while understanding the big picture and impact of decisions.
• Familiarity with any ERP systems preferred

• Act as the primary liaison for all FTZ-related communications with CBP (Customs and Border Protection) and internal stakeholders.
• Manage import activities, coordinating with customs brokers, vendors, carriers, and freight forwarders.
• Prepare and submit FTZ documentation, including, but not limited to: e214 Admissions, Weekly Withdrawals (CF3461/CF7501), Zone Transfers (CF7512), and Quarterly and Annual Reports.
• Oversee FTZ operations, including daily transactions, inventory reconciliation, and audit readiness.
• Understands the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and ensure compliance with country-specific regulations.
• Understands partner government agencies (FDA, EPA, etc.) and manage compliance with trade programs (FTA, AD/CVD, Section 201/301/232, quotas).
• Monitor U.S. imports for timely customs clearance and proactively resolve issues.
• Reconcile inventory records between internal systems and third-party FTZ platforms.
• Conduct internal audits and recommend process improvements.
• Review commercial invoices for outbound shipments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and update the FTZ Procedures Manual.
• Ensure complete and accurate FTZ recordkeeping for CBP audits and reviews.
• Support the logistics and compliance team with additional duties as assigned.
• Create and maintain instructions and documents processes in own responsibility area.

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

The pay range for this role is 89,600..