Senior Level Customs Manager Jobs
Senior level customs manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of compliance strategy, cross-border operations, and the teams and processes that keep global trade moving. Roles are concentrated across Automotive and Chemicals & Materials, with a mix of on-site and hybrid settings, and employers like Wabtec Corporation and Fuyao Glass America hiring at this level now.
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Who will you be working with?
The US/CA Customs Compliance Region Leader position is responsible for managing and maintaining Wabtec Corporation’s customs compliance strategy and enterprise standard for Wabtec entities acting as importer or exporter of record. This position works cross-functionally as a customs compliance subject matter expert to implement and enforce Wabtec’s customs compliance enterprise standard, policies, and procedures, ensuring the highest compliance with customs laws and regulations while facilitating business operations.
What will your typical day look like?
- Lead/responsible for compliance with US and CA Region customs and trade laws & regulations
- Operationalize the Wabtec Customs Compliance Enterprise Standard requirements
- Support the establishment and maintenance of local standard work processes in alignment with Wabtec’s Customs Compliance Enterprise Standards
- Drive customs compliance program disciplines and integration timelines
- Ensure responses to customs-related government inquiries as required
- Lead Customs compliance issue resolution and address any trade compliance issues that arise in the region
- Lead/drive effective and timely customs regulatory change communications that affect Wabtec business units
- Conduct customs and trade compliance training as needed
- Lead and ensure Region Metric Reporting
- Customs Broker/Agent and Managed Trade Service provider oversight & management
- Work with, support, and advise local and global cross-functional business teams to identify, assess, and develop action plans with respect to customs compliance and operations risk abatement
- Actively liaise with the Global Customs Leader and local business stakeholders, engaging collaboratively with cross-functional business teams
- Ensure trade compliance requirements support for customer projects across US and CA
- Effectively coach & mentor direct reports
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor's (higher education) Degree and 9+ years of industry customs compliance experience with people leader experience
- Licensed Customs Broker or appropriate in-country equivalent certification
- Deep knowledge of local customs, trade, and other regulatory agency requirements that relate to import and export activities with a focus on US and CA
- Self-Directed. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to influence others and work cross-functionally to drive results in a highly matrixed organization.
- Strong problem-solving and process-focused background that reflects accomplishments in teamwork, integrity, and attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a challenging environment
- Demonstrated program leadership and project management skills
- Proficiency in English
- Travel as needed, which could include some global travel
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $104800-149300. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
Job Description
Who will you be working with?
The US/CA Customs Compliance Region Leader position is responsible for managing and maintaining Wabtec Corporation’s customs compliance strategy and enterprise standard for Wabtec entities acting as importer or exporter of record. This position works cross-functionally as a customs compliance subject matter expert to implement and enforce Wabtec’s customs compliance enterprise standard, policies, and procedures, ensuring the highest compliance with customs laws and regulations while facilitating business operations.
What will your typical day look like?
- Lead/responsible for compliance with US and CA Region customs and trade laws & regulations
- Operationalize the Wabtec Customs Compliance Enterprise Standard requirements
- Support the establishment and maintenance of local standard work processes in alignment with Wabtec’s Customs Compliance Enterprise Standards
- Drive customs compliance program disciplines and integration timelines
- Ensure responses to customs-related government inquiries as required
- Lead Customs compliance issue resolution and address any trade compliance issues that arise in the region
- Lead/drive effective and timely customs regulatory change communications that affect Wabtec business units
- Conduct customs and trade compliance training as needed
- Lead and ensure Region Metric Reporting
- Customs Broker/Agent and Managed Trade Service provider oversight & management
- Work with, support, and advise local and global cross-functional business teams to identify, assess, and develop action plans with respect to customs compliance and operations risk abatement
- Actively liaise with the Global Customs Leader and local business stakeholders, engaging collaboratively with cross-functional business teams
- Ensure trade compliance requirements support for customer projects across US and CA
- Effectively coach & mentor direct reports
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor's (higher education) Degree and 9+ years of industry customs compliance experience with people leader experience
- Licensed Customs Broker or appropriate in-country equivalent certification
- Deep knowledge of local customs, trade, and other regulatory agency requirements that relate to import and export activities with a focus on US and CA
- Self-Directed. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to influence others and work cross-functionally to drive results in a highly matrixed organization.
- Strong problem-solving and process-focused background that reflects accomplishments in teamwork, integrity, and attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a challenging environment
- Demonstrated program leadership and project management skills
- Proficiency in English
- Travel as needed, which could include some global travel
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $104800-149300. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
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Senior Level Customs Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level customs manager job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of customs compliance programs, not just execution. Candidates who have managed broker relationships, led audits, or built internal training protocols stand out. Strong knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification, trade agreement eligibility, and CBP enforcement trends gives you a clear edge. Highlighting outcomes you drove, rather than tasks you completed, is what moves a resume forward.
Which companies hire senior level customs managers?
Companies hiring senior level customs managers right now include Wabtec Corporation and Fuyao Glass America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large importers and exporters, third-party logistics providers, and manufacturers with complex global supply chains who need experienced professionals to own their trade compliance function.
Are there remote senior level customs manager jobs?
Yes, though many roles still require some on-site presence given the operational nature of the work. About 0% of senior level customs manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common at companies that have centralized their compliance function or rely heavily on digital trade management platforms.
What makes a customs manager role senior level?
Senior level customs manager roles are defined by ownership and scope. Where mid-level managers execute within established processes, senior professionals design those processes, set compliance strategy, and are accountable for program-wide outcomes. They typically oversee other customs staff or coordinate across business units, advise leadership on regulatory risk, and lead responses to audits or enforcement actions rather than supporting them.
Which industries hire the most senior level customs managers?
Senior Level customs manager roles concentrate in Automotive and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume or high-value cross-border trade flows that require dedicated senior expertise to manage regulatory risk, maintain broker oversight, and ensure classification accuracy at scale.