Manager, Customs and Trade Compliance

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Manager, Customs & Compliance to support and manage key components of Fortune Brands Innovations’ customs operations. This role will be responsible for executing and maintaining compliance with U.S. and international trade regulations, supporting import/export processes, managing HTS classification accuracy, and partnering with cross‑functional teams and external service providers.

The Manager will support continuous improvement efforts, maintain required reporting through systems such as ACE, and help ensure compliance with free trade agreements and duty programs. This position provides leadership to customs team members, along with day‑to‑day oversight for customs processes and external partners.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule (3x per week; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) based out of Deerfield, IL. Fortune Brands has transitioned to a new world-class campus in Deerfield, bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices, brands, and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration, along with amenities for dining, onsite daycare, fitness and recreation. 

RESPONSIBLIITIES:

• Support and manage customs operations, broker management, and exception resolution, to ensure compliance with all U.S. and applicable international trade regulations.
• Ensure accurate HTS classifications and country of origin for imported and exported products.
• Ensure compliance with USMCA and other Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), including qualification analysis and ongoing validation.
• Leverage ACE portal and reporting tools to monitor compliance and support internal reporting.
• Coordinate with external brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies as required.
• Oversee customs broker performance, including clearance prior to arrival and issue resolution.
• Maintain and update broker Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent execution and compliance.
• Support reconciliation, audits, and internal reviews related to import compliance.
• Partner with internal teams—including supply chain, sourcing, legal, and plant operations—to ensure end‑to‑end compliance.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support maquila operations when needed.
• Contribute to development and enhancement of customs processes, SOPs, and controls.
• Travel as required to support business operations.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in customs, trade compliance, or a related field.
• Brokerage license required.
• Strong working knowledge of HTS classification, import/export processes, and customs regulations.
• Experience with ACE portal reporting and related compliance tools.
• Familiarity with USMCA and other free trade agreements.
• Experience with customs software platforms; GTM experience is a plus.
• Understanding of U.S./Canada/Mexico cross‑border processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS:

• Experience of maquila operations.
• Experience implementing customs software programs.
• 2+ years of experience directly managing people.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $120,000 USD - $140,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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