Customs Special Programs Leader

The Customs Special Programs Leader is responsible for leading duty savings programs, initiatives, and projects in support of compliance with the Customs Enterprise Standard. This role supports customs compliance activities at the Global, Regional, Country, and Business levels.

The position requires strong expertise in U.S. customs special programs, a demonstrated compliance mindset, and the ability to partner cross‑functionally to deliver measurable duty savings while mitigating compliance risk.

• Own the end‑to‑end process between business, BPOs (EY FTA and JM Drawback) and customs brokers for refund and duty savings programs.
• Lead & deliver training on new duty savings opportunities and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Supply Chain, Finance) to implement customs optimization strategies.
• Develop, implement and maintain refund processes involving the business, broker, BPOs and U.S. Customs Border Protection (CBP).
• Establish, document, and maintain Special Programs and Refund SOPs, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.

• Provide governance and oversight for customs special programs within Grid (FTA, Duty Drawback, FTZ, Temporary Importation).
• Reinforce customs fundamentals, with particular emphasis on Country of Origin and Customs Valuation.
• Coordinate with Regional leaders on savings tracking and reporting to demonstrate program effectiveness and value.
• Ensure strict adherence to applicable customs laws and regulations to mitigate compliance risks and avoid penalties.
• Support internal audits related to Special Programs, driving compliance, remediation and continuous improvement.

• End‑to‑end (“wing‑to‑wing”) expertise across U.S. customs processes and special programs.
• Strong, demonstrated compliance mindset.
• Proven ability to apply knowledge, experience, and judgment to make accurate and timely decisions.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability to implement practical, simplified process improvements.
• Experience working with global teams and a demonstrated global mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence without direct authority.

• Years of experience (e.g., 5 years in U.S. customs compliance or trade operations).
• Education or certification (e.g., Bachelor’s degree, LCB, CCS, or equivalent experience).
• Tools/systems exposure (e.g., ACE, SAP GTS, broker platforms).
• Duty savings achieved, audit outcomes, compliance metrics followed.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $74,400.00 and $. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 18, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a…