Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We’re looking for a highly skilled Global Trade Compliance Manager to lead and optimize our import and export compliance programs across multiple regions — including Asia, the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Based at our Bloomington, MN headquarters, this individual contributor role is key to reducing business risk and ensuring full regulatory compliance. As our in-house subject matter expert, you’ll develop and manage strategic trade policies and processes that align with U.S. and international trade laws, playing a vital role in our global operations.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain global trade compliance policies, procedures, and systems to support business objectives.
Ensure import/export activities comply with U.S. and international regulations through internal controls, audits, and training.
Oversee customs processes and manage post-entry issues (e.g., CF28/29s, PSCs, protests, mitigations).
Serve as the subject matter expert on trade compliance, partnering with internal teams and external regulatory agencies (CBP, PGAs).
Lead global export operations including AES filings, Denied Party Screening, and TSA compliance.
Manage CTPAT compliance and supply chain security programs.
Monitor regulatory updates, assess risk, and apply industry best practices.
Maintain U.S. Customs Brokerage License and stay current on trade regulations.
Manage ACE and CARM portal activities
Classify new product and maintain parts database

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years’ experience in a role involving developing and managing global trade and compliance programs within the CPG, ideally food industry.
Minimum of 7+ years’ experience in a role involving developing and managing global trade and compliance programs in a corporate setting.
Secure and maintain Customs Brokerage License.

Compensation And Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $81,750 to $136,250 annually with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

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