Job Description
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?
Ford Motor Company operates a worldwide manufacturing and distribution network in over 150 countries that requires the cross-border movement of parts and vehicles. Operations and classification data is maintained for all Ford materials and shipments.
The global trade environment is increasingly more complex and difficult to predict. A Customs Operations Manager enables the team to move parts and vehicles across borders in an efficient and cost-effective manner while ensuring the highest levels customs compliance. A Customs Operations manager leverages data and technology solutions to monitor business performance and drive process efficiencies.
In this position...
You will manage Ford’s global classification and export processes while overseeing the roll-out of automated customs solutions as an integral part of the Ford Customs Strategy.
Responsibilities
What You Will Do…
- Manage Ford’s global classification processes
- Standardize North America and global customs processes leveraging innovative automated solutions
- Oversee export filing operations and AES compliance
- Oversee management of customs systems maintenance
- Implement and manage data analytics tools
- Work with cross-functional groups and customs service providers
Qualifications
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s degree
- 10+ Years of International Trade/Customs Experience
- U.S. Customs Broker License
Even better, you may have...
- Experience with the implementation of Global Trade Management (GTM) software
- Experience in U.S. and Canadian customs cross-border operations and customs regulations
- Knowledge of how to coordinate business/IT requirements for a Customs Compliance function
- Familiarity with the automotive manufacturing field
- Experience with U.S. export census/AES reporting requirements
- Prior involvement in testing of GTM solutions / Business requirements
- Knowledge of customs HTS/schedule B classification assignment methodology and quality control
- Experience designing leading and lagging metric dashboard tools
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
