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Trade Compliance Program Manager, Tariffs & Trade Operations Amazon is seeking a Trade Compliance Program Manager with expertise in US tariffs to build the technical infrastructure that powers Amazon's global trade operations. This role is integral to scaling Amazon's supply chain strategy by partnering with technology teams to create systems that enable intelligent business planning decisions across duty, tariff, and optimization topics. You will help train the brain of Amazon's core trade infrastructure. This role impacts several business units across Amazon's North America operations, requiring deep collaboration with diverse stakeholders to deliver unified trade technology solutions. Key job responsibilities Trade Technology & Infrastructure - Partner with engineering and business intelligence teams to design and build scalable trade technology systems - Translate complex tariff regulations and customs requirements into technical specifications, data schemas, and algorithmic logic that power Amazon's trade intelligence systems - Define requirements for tariff classification, duty calculation, and optimization tools that support business planning at scale - Create data models and business rules that enable automated decision-making across Amazon's supply chain - Build the technical foundation that allows Amazon to evaluate trade-offs, model scenarios, and optimize supply chain strategies Tariff & Duty Strategy - Lead tariff classification and duty optimization programs across Amazon's diverse product portfolio - Design scalable duty calculation frameworks that integrate into planning and decision-making systems - Identify and implement duty savings opportunities through technology-enabled solutions - Partner with customs brokers to translate operational requirements into technical specifications Regulatory Compliance & System Design - Translate complex customs regulations into system requirements and business rules that can be consumed by automated systems and machine learning algorithms - Ensure compliance logic is embedded into Amazon's trade technology infrastructure - Monitor and interpret changes to US tariff policy and update systems accordingly - Design controls and audits that validate compliance through automated testing Program Strategy & Execution - Build governance frameworks for trade data quality, classification accuracy, and system performance - Develop metrics and KPIs to measure system effectiveness and business impact - Create flexible solutions that adapt to evolving trade policies, business models, and supply chain strategies - Drive the roadmap for trade technology capabilities that unlock new supply chain opportunities Cross-Functional Leadership - Partner with technology teams to architect solutions that scale with Amazon's growth - Collaborate with supply chain, finance, and product teams to understand planning needs and translate them into technical requirements - Work with legal and public policy teams to ensure regulatory compliance is built into systems - Mentor and develop team members on trade compliance, program management, and technical solution design Stakeholder Communication - Present trade technology strategies, system designs, and roadmaps to senior leadership - Articulate how technical solutions enable business planning and supply chain optimization - Drive consensus on technical priorities and trade-offs across diverse stakeholders - Communicate the business value of trade infrastructure investments A day in the life You'll work closely with engineers to define system requirements, review technical designs, and validate that trade logic is correctly implemented. You'll translate regulatory complexity into clear technical specifications, partner with data scientists on optimization algorithms, and ensure Amazon's trade systems can support sophisticated business planning decisions. You're building the intelligence layer that powers Amazon's global supply chain. About the team This position reports is part of the Global Trade Services (GTS) function. GTS is responsible for providing global trade and product compliance support for Amazon businesses, creating efficient processes that meet demanding cross border regulations, while minimizing impact to the business. Basic Qualifications: - 4+ years of compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent - Experience handling confidential information Preferred Qualifications: - 3+ years of program requirements definition and data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements experience - Experience with SQL and Excel Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations [https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations] for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits [https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits]. USA, VA, Arlington - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually