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Bob's Discount Furniture · 4 hours ago

Senior Customs Compliance Advisor (Hybrid - Manchester, CT)

Bob's Discount Furniture is a top omni-channel furniture retailer focused on skills-based hiring and diverse perspectives. The Senior Customs Compliance Advisor will support the execution of customs compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with trade regulations, and will collaborate with various departments to enhance trade compliance operations.

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Responsibilities

Support the execution of Bob’s customs compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with all U.S. and international trade regulations
Apply advanced knowledge of import/export regulations, tariff classification, country-of-origin determination, valuation, free trade agreement qualification, and internal controls to enhance Bob’s trade compliance framework
Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of customs compliance programs aligned with regulatory requirements, company policies, and the strategic direction set by the Director of Customs Compliance
Partner closely with Inbound Logistics, Sourcing, Merchandising, Legal, and Finance to mitigate risk, improve processes, streamline documentation, and support an audit-ready posture
Lead complex compliance projects and programs, managing timelines, milestones, and deliverables for major compliance initiatives
Design and implement internal controls to mitigate customs risk
Develop and deliver customs training programs

Qualification

Regulatory ExpertiseProcess ImprovementTrade Compliance ToolsProject ManagementAudit & Risk ManagementAnalytical SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or a related discipline
7–10 years of experience in supply chain operations and/or trade compliance
Experience interpreting and applying U.S. and international trade regulations
Proven ability to lead complex compliance projects and programs
Prior team leadership or mentorship experience
Deep knowledge of U.S. and international customs laws and regulations
Ability to interpret complex regulatory changes and provide actionable guidance to internal teams and vendor partners
Ability to assess compliance gaps, drive strategic program improvements, and align compliance practices with business goals
Strong analytical capability to evaluate tariff impacts, risks, documentation accuracy, and process effectiveness
Proven track record implementing process enhancements, automation opportunities, and standardized compliance frameworks
Proficiency with trade compliance tools such as ACE and advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
Experience with internal/external audits, CTPAT validations, post-entry reviews, and broker oversight programs
Strong ability to design and implement internal controls to mitigate customs risk
Experience leading teams or mentoring staff; able to influence and collaborate across multiple business units
Ability to develop and deliver customs training programs
Skilled at managing timelines, milestones, and deliverables for major compliance initiatives
Capable of leading multi-departmental projects that drive efficiency and alignment

Preferred

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple complex priorities
Highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated
Forward-thinking problem-solver with strong relationship-building capabilities

Benefits

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous PTO including vacation, personal days, sick time, holidays, and your birthday
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Employee discount beginning Day 1
Employer-paid life insurance and voluntary pet insurance
And more!

Company

Bob's Discount Furniture

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Bob's Discount Furniture is a privately owned chain of furniture stores in the United States.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2013-12-30Acquired

Leadership Team

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Bill Barton
President and CEO
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Austin Fredenrich
Talent Acquisition Partner
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