Hiring: Global Trade Compliance Manager Company: Horizon Hobby Location: Champaign, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 22:14:01 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance About the job Experience: •40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring for a Global Trade Compliance Manager! •5+ years of experience in global trade compliance, with specific hands-on experience managing Foreign Trade Zone operations. Required Skills: •Trade Compliance Strategy & Program Management •Lead the global trade compliance program, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international trade laws, including customs, sanctions, and export controls. •Develop and maintain internal compliance policies, SOPs, and control frameworks tailored to Horizon Hobby consumer goods. •Oversee global import/export operations including product classification (HTS, ECCN), country of origin, and documentation requirements. •Manage and optimize Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, including activation, daily compliance, inventory control, and annual reporting. •Partner cross-functionally with Distribution Center and Inventory teams to ensure accurate FTZ recordkeeping and compliance with CBP regulations (19 CFR Part 146). •Evaluate and implement FTZ benefits such as duty deferral, inverted tariff relief, and reduction in Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF). •Monitor and manage customs broker and freight forwarder performance to ensure adherence to compliance standards. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business or related field, or equivalent industry experience. •Deep knowledge of U.S. and international import/export regulations (e.g., CBP, EAR, OFAC), especially as they apply to consumer goods. •Proven ability to lead trade compliance programs in a high-volume, global retail or consumer goods environment. •Strong project management, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills. •Certifications such as CCS, CES, CUSECO, or FTZ administrator certification are highly desirable. •10–20% travel required based on business needs. •Occasional lifting of office supplies and materials, up to 20 pounds. •Demonstrated capacity to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer. Compensation: •$95,000 - $105,000 / year •This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!