Trade Compliance Manager
$120k - $150k USD
About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
The Trade Compliance Manager will ensure Harbinger’s import, export, and international trade activities comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This role will partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Legal, and Finance teams to establish processes that support a rapidly scaling manufacturing organization.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with U.S. import/export regulations, customs compliance, and international trade programs within automotive, manufacturing, or hardware technology companies.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage Harbinger’s global trade compliance program, policies, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations, including classification, valuation, and documentation requirements
- Manage HTS classification, ECCN determinations, and country-of-origin requirements
- Oversee import/export documentation, customs filings, and broker relationships
- Partner with Supply Chain and Logistics teams to support international sourcing and shipping operations
- Conduct internal trade compliance audits and implement corrective actions where necessary
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess impacts to Harbinger’s global operations
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements
- Support government reporting, audits, and regulatory inquiries as needed
- Help scale trade compliance processes to support a growing manufacturing and international supply chain footprint
What We’re Looking For
- 5–8+ years of experience in trade compliance, import/export compliance, or global trade operations
- Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations and international trade laws
- Experience managing HTS classifications, ECCN determinations, and export controls
- Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage regulatory documentation
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field
Key Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$120,000—$150,000 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.
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