Regional Trade & Customs Operational Lead jobs in United States
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Meta · 19 hours ago

Regional Trade & Customs Operational Lead

positionLos Angeles, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$179/hr - $247/hr
date10+ years exp

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. The NORAM Trade and Customs Operational Lead will drive operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and influence Meta’s global trade strategy while serving as the primary point of contact for trade operations in the NORAM region.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Serve as the main point of contact for NORAM trade operations, partnering with internal teams, legal counsel, and customs brokers
Lead and influence cross-functional trade compliance strategy and initiatives for the region
Facilitate day-to-day import/export activities, ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
Monitor and resolve trade compliance inquiries from governmental agencies, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Determine HTS and ECCN classifications
Maintain and audit required documentation
Support and lead internal/external audits, post-entry reviews, and compliance assessments
Mentor team members and provide guidance to cross-functional partners
Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry associations, and key external partners
Present findings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership
Drive efficiencies and improvements in NORAM and global trade compliance programs, including Trade Preference programs, new product introductions, and country expansion strategies
Proactively assess regulatory changes and recommend process adaptations to maintain Meta’s competitive edge
Willingness to take ownership and do what is necessary to get the job done—at Meta, nothing is someone else’s problem

Qualification

US Customs complianceHTS classificationECCN classificationTrade compliance projectsCustoms broker licenseRegulatory complianceLeadership presentationIndependent workRelationship building

Required

10+ years of experience in global trade compliance roles, with emphasis on US jurisdiction
Bachelor's degree in business, law, economics, finance, or related discipline
Demonstrated expertise in HTS and ECCN classification, and supporting trade compliance requirements for cross-border movements of goods
In-depth knowledge of US Customs Regulations and Export Control regulations (EAR)
Proven track record of leading cross-functional trade compliance projects in a fast-paced, global environment
Experience presenting to leadership and external regulatory bodies
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Customs broker license
Willingness to travel as required

Preferred

Post-graduate degree in business, law, economics, finance or related discipline
Experience using Canadian Automated Regulatory Management (CARM) System for Canada entries compliance oversight
Experience managing export classification programs

Company

Meta

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Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.
dateFounded in 2004
location
Menlo Park, CA, US
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.metacareers.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kathryn Glickman
Director, CEO Communications
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Christine Lu
CTO Business Engineering NA
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