Foreign Trade Zone; FTZ Operations Manager

Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Operations Manager

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Job Description

Airbus Commercial is looking for a FTZ Operations Manager to join our team in Mobile, AL. The FTZ Operations Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of Foreign Trade Zone operations. This includes ensuring absolute compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and driving operational excellence to maximize duty savings and supply chain efficiency. The manager serves as the primary subject matter expert, guiding operational teams, collaborating with cross‑functional departments, and maintaining a robust compliance program.

Nearby on “Airbus Way” you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft, opened in 2015. The facility produces A320 family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019.

• Financial Rewards:
  Competitive base salary, incentive compensation, profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan, ESOP participation.
• Work/Life Balance:
  Paid time off, personal time, holidays, generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare:
  Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, high-deductible health plans, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and supplemental benefits.
• Individual Development:
  Upskilling opportunities through Leadership University, e‑learning courses, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

• Serve as the primary liaison with CBP, the FTZ Board, and other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure all FTZ activities, including admissions, exports, and zone‑to‑zone transfers, are fully compliant with federal regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the FTZ Operator's Manual, SOPs, and internal controls.
• Conduct regular internal audits and manage external compliance assessments conducted by CBP.

• Manage day‑to‑day FTZ operations and oversee a team of coordinators and inventory specialists.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives applying lean principles to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize the supply chain.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders in logistics, warehousing, procurement, and finance to support seamless FTZ operations.
• Oversee freight payment process and optimize carrier performance to reduce transportation costs.

• Oversee FTZ inventory control and record‑keeping systems with a strong emphasis on 100% accuracy.
• Utilize FTZ software such as Integration Point (now Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE Global Trade) for admissions, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex inventory and logistics issues related to FTZ administration.

• Develop and deliver FTZ training programs to operational staff and stakeholders to ensure compliance and increase functional knowledge.
• Mentor and lead the FTZ team, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

• Prepare and submit required reports to CBP and the FTZ Board accurately and timely.
• Track and report on FTZ cost savings and operational performance to senior leadership.
• Lead analysis for expanding FTZ utilization.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 10 years of progressive experience in FTZ operations and U.S. customs compliance.
• Demonstrated experience using Integration Point or Once Source software.

• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)
• Certified…