Trade Compliance Manager at Ericsson in Plano,Texas,United States
- Company: Ericsson
- Location: Plano,Texas,United States
- Posted: Sep 17, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 5+ years
Overview
Ericsson does not sponsor U.S. work authorizations for this position, including H-1B, O-1, L-1, and TN visas. Ericsson also does not hire F-1 visa holders working on EAD for this position. Ericsson is shaping the future of enterprise connectivity. Within Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions (…
Job description
- Ericsson does not sponsor U.S. work authorizations for this position, including H-1B, O-1, L-1, and TN visas. Ericsson also does not hire F-1 visa holders working on EAD for this position.
- Ericsson is shaping the future of enterprise connectivity. Within Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS), we are building a differentiated enterprise networking and security portfolio and scaling a global multi-channel go-to-market strategy. We are looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to help ensure our import and export operations meet U.S. and international regulatory requirements while supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and a strong culture of compliance.
- This is an opportunity for an experienced trade compliance professional to play a key role in managing import and export compliance activities, advising stakeholders across the business, and strengthening processes that support a global supply chain.
Responsibilities
- • Lead and support trade compliance activities across U.S. import operations and broader international import/export transactions.
- • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs, import, export, classification, country of origin, free trade agreement, and related trade compliance matters.
- • Manage and maintain product classifications, including Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) determinations.
- • Partner with suppliers, brokers, logistics providers, and internal teams to help ensure accurate and compliant cross-border transactions.
- • Monitor imports, identify shipment or customs-related issues, and drive timely resolution to minimize delays and business disruption.
- • Conduct audits and reviews of import and export documentation, entries, and supporting records to identify discrepancies, reduce risk, and improve controls.
- • Support broker management activities, including entry review, audit coordination, and ongoing operational alignment.
- • Help develop, implement, and improve trade compliance processes, work instructions, and internal controls.
- • Provide subject matter expertise and training to teams across legal, finance, supply chain, logistics, operations, procurement, and product development.
- • Perform tariff, trade remedy, and free trade agreement analysis, including rules of origin and related certification support.
- • Support Importer Security Filing and other U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements, as applicable.
- • Assist with CTPAT and other security or compliance program activities, including documentation and process support.
- • Maintain required compliance records, customs-related documentation, and applicable customs bonds.
- • Prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- • Assess trade-related risks and escalate key issues with clear recommendations.
- • Support special projects and other compliance-related responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- • Bachelor’s degree in international trade, logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- • 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs compliance, import/export operations, or a related field.
- • Strong knowledge of U.S. import regulations, customs procedures, and global trade compliance requirements.
- • Hands-on experience with HTS classification and a solid understanding of ECCN classification and export control requirements.
- • Knowledge of free trade agreements and rules of origin, with particular familiarity in USMCA preferred.
- • Experience managing import operations across air, ocean, and ground transportation.
- • Ability to interpret regulations, assess risk, and translate requirements into practical business guidance.
- • Experience conducting audits, reviewing records, and strengthening compliance controls.
- • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and follow-through skills.
- • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
- • Advanced Excel skills and strong overall Microsoft Office proficiency.
- • Experience working with ERP and trade systems such as SAP, SAP GTS, or similar platforms is preferred.
- • Experience with process automation, Power BI, or Power Automate is a plus.
- • Valid U.S. Customs Broker License, or the ability to obtain one, is preferred.
- • Experience in high-tech, telecom, electronics, or similarly regulated industries is preferred.
Skills
Required
- Advanced Excel
- Microsoft Office
- ERP systems (SAP, SAP GTS)
- Power BI
- Power Automate
About Ericsson
At Ericsson, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills and imagination to help shape what’s next. You’ll join a collaborative, diverse team working to solve complex challenges and support innovation at global scale. Ericsson offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance. At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.