Senior Team Lead, FTZ Administrator, Customs

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day FTZ operations and lead a team of FTZ specialists
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations
• Manage FTZ admissions, withdrawals, reporting, and inventory control
• Serve as a key liaison between internal departments, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Supervise and mentor FTZ team members, providing training and performance feedback
• Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, and finance teams to resolve discrepancies
• Ensure proper recordkeeping of all FTZ transactions and customs documentation
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks related to FTZ operations

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (strongly preferred)
• 4+ years of experience in FTZ operations, customs brokerage, or trade compliance
• 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a logistics or compliance environment
• Proven track record of managing CBP filings, FTZ reporting, and inventory control systems
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) is preferred but not always required
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)
• Accredited Zone Specialist (AZS) or Certified Zone Specialist (CZS)
• Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement certification
• Deep understanding of CBP regulations, FTZ procedures, and trade compliance requirements
• Proficient in HTS classification, valuation, and country of origin rules
• Fluent in English (oral and written)