Global Trade and Compliance Manager

Job Title: Global Trade and Compliance Manager
Location: New York, NY (hybrid)
Department: Global Trade Compliance
Reports To: Director of Global Trade Compliance

About Us

Tarte Inc. is a leading innovator in the cosmetics industry, dedicated to creating high-quality, safe, and ethically produced beauty products. We are committed to excellence in everything we do—from ingredient sourcing to product development and consumer satisfaction. We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Global Trade and Compliance Manager to ensure our operations align with regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and skilled at navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Position Summary

The Global Trade and Compliance Manager will oversee and optimize Tarte’s global import/export compliance activities. This role ensures adherence to international trade laws, regulatory requirements, and internal controls while driving operational efficiency in cross-border trade.

Key Responsibilities

·       Ensure global adherence to international trade laws, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, and import/export laws (e.g. CBP, FDA, CBSA)

·       Serve as the primary contact for customs brokers, freight forwarders and government agencies (e.g. CBP, FDA, CBSA)

·       Maintain, update, and manage regulatory documentation and customs records

·       Assign and oversee Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification of goods

·       Validate country of origin, valuation and product descriptions for customs declarations

·       Support preparation of accurate and compliance commercial invoices, packing lists, and shipping documentation

·       Lead internal and external audits, investigations, and risk assessments related to trade compliance

·       Identify and address potential compliance risks, and implement corrective and preventative actions as needed

·       Develop, implement, and continuously improve global trade compliance programs, policies, SOPs and training materials

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Legal, Logistics, Procurement, etc.) to integrate compliance into daily business operations

·       Monitor global regulatory changes, assessing and reporting impacts on international trade activities

·       Deliver training sessions for internal teams and vendors on compliance best practices, classification, and documentation processes.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree is required; preferred in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field

·       Licensed Customs Broker certification is required

·       5-7 years experience in global trade compliance or import/export operations, or a related field

·       In-depth knowledge of U.S import/export regulations, international trade agreements and global customs requirements

·       Hands-on experience with HTS classification, country of origin determination, and trade documentation

·       Experience with ERP or trade compliance systems preferred

·       Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills with exceptional attention to detail

·       Demonstrate ability to lead compliance initiatives and influence stakeholders

·       Excellent written and oral communication skills

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

·       Skilled at breaking down complicated trade rules and regulations into clear, practical guidance

·       Highly effective collaborator with a track record of fostering alignment across multiple departments and levels

·       Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, including the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets, utilize formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.

Our Perks

• Salary range: $80,000-$110,000 (Compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill level, relevant work experience & education)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401K plan & access to health & wellness programs
• Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more
• Makeup gratis, employee discount on tarte.com, team give back initiatives
• Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment

Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.