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Trade & Customs Operations Supervisor

Molex
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Illinois, Bolingbrook
Aug 13, 2025
Your Job Molex LLC is seeking a Supervisor for Trade and Customs Operations at our Bolingbrook, IL location. As the U.S. Trade and Customs Operations Supervisor, you will lead initiatives to ensure efficient and compliant import and export operations in alignment with U.S. and international trade regulations. You'll serve as a key liaison between internal teams, government agencies, and logistics partners-driving risk mitigation, regulatory adherence, and operational optimization. Our Team Molex LLC is a manufacturer of electronic, electrical, and fiber optic connectivity systems. Molex offers over 100,000 products across a variety of industries, including data communications, medical, industrial, automotive and consumer electronics. What You Will Do Lead and manage Customs Consumption Entry and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, balancing tactical execution with strategic objectives. Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations by validating product classification (HTS), valuation, country of origin, and eligibility under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and other trade programs. Support and contribute to duty optimization initiatives, including allocation, mitigation, and recovery strategies through cross-functional collaboration. Drive effective export operations through partnership with internal teams (supply chain, logistics, customer service, etc.) and external partners (freight forwarders, customs brokers, government agencies) to drive effective export operations. Maintain export compliance with U.S. regulations including EAR, ITAR, and OFAC, through ensuring adherence to licensing and reporting requirements. Oversee AES filing to ensure timely and accurate export declarations in accordance with regulatory standards. Monitor and interpret regulatory updates and proactively address compliance risks and opportunities. Drive continuous improvement in duty drawback program by collaborating with internal and external partners to maximize recovery and effectiveness. Conduct internal audits and support external CBP audits to confirm readiness and integrity of compliance. Deliver training and guidance on customs regulations and procedural updates to internal stakeholders as needed. Collaborate with customs brokers to identify and implement process improvements that drive compliance and operational efficiency. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Strong understanding of U.S. Customs procedures and documentation, with hands-on experience managing import and export workflows Proficient in HTS classification, origin determination, valuation, and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) validation. Experience collaborating with customs brokers to ensure cost-effective and compliant Customs processing. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, or CBP ACE portal. 7+ years of progressive experience in trade compliance and customs operations. What Will Put You Ahead Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. Hands-on experience in compiling and filing CBP duty drawback claims and supporting audits. Knowledgeable in FTZ (Foreign-Trade Zone) operational processes and regulatory requirements. Familiarity with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), including licensing and classification. Customs Broker License, demonstrating advanced regulatory expertise. For this role, we anticipate paying $100,000 - $130,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. This position does not qualify for VISA sponsorship. In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 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