Global Supply Chain Customs & Trade Manager - Princeton, NJ

Global Supply Chain Customs & Trade Manager – Princeton, NJ

Location: Princeton, NJ, US

 

Step into the role of Global Supply Chain Customs & Trade Manager and lead the charge in ensuring compliant, efficient cross-border operations across the U.S. and Canada. You’ll play a critical part in mitigating risk, optimizing costs, and aligning regional activities with global customs strategies—keeping trade flowing seamlessly and securely.

 

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of customs compliance programs in the U.S. and Canada, aligned with global policies
• Serve as internal consultant on customs and regulatory matters for North American business units and corporate functions
• Oversee customs audits and focused assessments, ensuring organizational readiness and alignment
• Maintain and update the North America Customs Manual and ensure compliance with security programs
• Drive improvements in customs-related master data in SAP and advise on tariff classification, country of origin, and labeling requirements
• Identify and implement duty savings and trade optimization programs and manage the Duty Drawback program and related third-party engagements

 

We Bring:

• A dynamic, global environment with exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing and supply chain technologies
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• A vibrant, creative atmosphere where innovation is celebrated
• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards

 

You Bring:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing U.S. and Canadian import/export compliance in a multinational environment
• Experience managing U.S. Customs Reconciliation Programs, including oversight of post-entry adjustments, compliance reviews, and coordination with customs brokers and internal stakeholders
• Familiarity with C-TPAT and other security programs
• Basic understanding of chemistry and product composition
• Experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule and classification of products
• Bachelor’s degree in business, International Trade, or related field required

 

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $128,000-$150,000.

 

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

 

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