In this role as our Import and Export Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Import/Export team, as well as managing all import and export compliance related activities including overseeing import entries and exports, advising our company on best trade practices, managing brokers and other service providers, and training. You will lead the efforts to ensure global compliance with import and export laws and that FANUC America Corporation (FAC) is current with all applicable and related rules and regulations. You must have proven experience effectively leading, developing, and motivating teams, as well as a background and solid understanding of import/export regulations, and be excited about working in-person to be close to all these activities.
In today’s marketplace, businesses must excel at international trade, including understanding and navigating increasingly complex and ever-changing tariff practices, supply chain and transportation challenges, and always important export control. You will lead all these efforts for the largest U.S. industrial robotics and automation company that, as part of a global network of FANUC companies, serves manufacturing and industrial companies around the world.
How It’s Done
- Manage compliance for international inbound and outbound freight movements including but not limited to freight tracking, tracing, expedited moves, and port re-direct
- Maintain a high degree of knowledge regarding Import and Export Administration Regulations, changes, Bureau of Industry and Security requirements, and US Customs
- Provide leadership direction consistent with corporate vision, objective, and strategy
- Promote a culture recognizing the importance of transparency, collaboration (including cross-functional partnership), continuous improvement, and a customer-focused (internal and external) mindset
- Partner with leadership and HR regarding talent management and employee development, succession planning, orientation/onboarding, and employee engagement for the department
- Lead improvement activities that will streamline compliance processes while maintaining compliance with all government regulations
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert when partnering with the Legal department and oversight committee to develop audit criteria and plan an annualized schedule to audit Import and Export Control Compliance for all of FANUC America
- Provide notification and issue corrective actions to appropriate personnel to correct any issues of non-compliance
- Ensure accurate records and documentation per government regulatory requirements
- Manage Brokers including specifications, contract negotiations, management performance compliance to specification, audit invoices and records for accuracy
- Serve as the primary contact for all issues of concern involving governmental regulatory bodies, FAC’s service providers, or import/export consultants:
- Consult with Legal on various CBP Programs e.g., Duty Drawback and make recommendations for FAC participation
- Develop and maintain procedures for ensuring compliance when supporting classifying products in conjunction with import control
- Consult with network resources to remain current on CBP Regulation changes, CTPAT changes, and changes in HTSUS affecting FAC products
- Conduct recurring training of shipping personnel to ensure that all international shipments comply with shipping guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Provide knowledge and expertise support for customer contract review of international terms and shipping arrangements
- Interface with FANUC on global logistics responsibilities such as drop shipping into foreign countries
- Conduct annual CTPAT review working with various FAC departments ensuring review is submitted timely and accurately
- Support review of all transportation invoices – domestic and international – to ensure accuracy of costs and allocation to the applicable FAC project
What You Need
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent, relevant experience
- Eight years or more years of industry experience working primarily with management of imports and exports
- Working knowledge of US government Import/Export Regulations including BIS Export Administration Regulations, USMCA requirements and Harmonized Tariff Schedules
- Understanding of transportation standard terms, purchase orders/contracts, legal requirements pertaining to acquisition of export services, and the Uniform Commercial Code
- Working knowledge of logistics execution (transportation, warehousing, etc.)
What Would Be Even Better
- U.S. Customs broker license
- Master’s Degree in related field
- Experience in exporting to and importing from Brazil, Mexico, Japan and Canada
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America, our commitment to People is at the heart of everything we do. We recognize and respect the unique contributions of every team member, and we believe in fostering an environment where careers can grow and thrive. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence, we encourage you to explore new opportunities within our organization—whether that means expanding your skill set, stepping into a new challenge, or collaborating across departments.
Your experience and insights already make you a valued part of our team. If you're ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply for this position today. Good luck—and thank you for your continued dedication to FANUC America.
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Engineering, or related field
- Eight years or more years of industry experience working primarily with management of imports and exports
- Working knowledge of US government Import/Export Regulations including BIS Export Administration Regulations, NAFTA requirements and Harmonized Tariff Schedules
- Understanding of transportation standard terms, purchase orders/contracts, legal requirements pertaining to acquisition of export services, and the Uniform Commercial Code
- Working knowledge of logistics execution (transportation, warehousing, etc.)
- Master's Degree in related field
- Broker licenses
- Experience in exporting to Brazil, Mexico, Japan and Canada
FANUC America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision insurance along with disability and life insurance. A wellness program is also described as part of the health-and-wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings program as part of the core package. Broader retirement supports such as pension and retirement allowance plans are also highlighted at the parent-company level as part of employee welfare initiatives.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid holidays are included as standard time-off benefits. Time off is also associated with positive work/life balance in at least one role-specific account.
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What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
