Foreign Trade Zone Supervisor

Sandvik Mining & Rock, the leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service, and technical solutions for the mining industry, currently has an opening for a Foreign Trade Zone Supervisor at our Romeoville, IL. facility.

As the FTZ Compliance Supervisor, you will be responsible for strategic management, regulatory compliance, operational governance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement of Sandvik Foreign Trade Zone operations. The Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Supervisor will oversee Sandvik’s FTZ operations and compliance, serving as the primary liaison with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other key regulatory and logistics partners. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across FTZ and related logistics activities, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness while driving process improvements, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth, supply chain performance, and customer service objectives.

Main responsibilities Include:

• FTZ Compliance & Administration
• Own FTZ compliance program and CBP compliance.
• Lead audits, inventory controls, weekly entries, ePTT/PTT governance, 214, 7501 and 7512 oversights.
• Drive FTZ process improvements and KPI management.
• Lead FTZ personnel and stakeholder training.
• Communicate with carriers to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Review and validate commercial shipping documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Support FTZ IB / OB processes in accordance with internal procedures.
• Follow established verification steps, including document and shipment checks.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues as needed
• Maintain organized and audit-ready documentation
• Respond quickly to operational needs and support daily shipment flow
• Adapt to process changes, system updates, and new procedures

Additional

• Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Participates in continuous improvement projects
• Adheres to all Sandvik policies, SOPs, safety, and environmental practices

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field (preferred).

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Experience:

5 years of experience in trade compliance, Supply Chain or FTZ program/operations.

Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR), CBP ACE system, and FTZ procedures.

Skills:

Strong understanding of HTS / ECCN classification, customs entry processes, and inventory control.

Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle, Manhattan, or similar).

Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.

Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Certifications (Preferred):

U.S. Customs Broker License, or

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), or

FTZ Operator/Administrator training certificate.

Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Accuracy of FTZ documentation and filings (error-free rate).

Inventory reconciliation accuracy within the zone.

On-time completion of CBP filings and audits.

FTZ-related duty savings and cost-avoidance metrics.

Benefits  

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k)retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.  

Compensation   

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $100,000-$125,000 dependent on experience.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply online at http://www.sandvik.com/careers/ for the Foreign Trade Zone Supervisor position. Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.