Lime
Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager
United States · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 76 days ago
ComplianceStakeholder ManagementValuationSupply ChainLogisticsERPEmbedded SystemsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- A Time Magazine 100 Most Influential Company, Lime has powered more than one billion rides in close to 30 countries across five continents, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership.
- This role operates with high autonomy, setting methods and driving execution while partnering closely with internal stakeholders on broader strategy.
- The base salary range listed reflects what Lime reasonably expects to offer for this role, with the final base salary determined by objective factors such as the candidate's location and relevant skills and experience.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and continuously improve a global trade compliance program aligned with high-growth, multi-market operations
- Manage export control processes, including licensing requirements for embedded software, GPS/IoT components, and encryption technologies
- Partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Hardware, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure compliant and efficient global distribution
- Support market entry into new countries by assessing trade compliance requirements and regulatory barriers
- Manage Duty Drawback and Tariff refund processes.
- implement corrective actions where needed
- Manage relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and relevant government authorities
- Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and post-entry reviews; implement corrective actions where needed
- Lead investigations and resolution of compliance issues, disclosures, or audits
- Develop and deliver training programs for internal stakeholders across global teams
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Law, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 6-10+ years of experience in global trade compliance, ideally within hardware, mobility, automotive, or consumer electronics industries
- Strong knowledge of customs regulations, export controls, and sanctions regimes across multiple jurisdictions
- Direct experience handling battery shipments and dangerous goods compliance strongly preferred
- Experience with HS classification, origin determination, and valuation methodologies
- Familiarity with trade compliance systems and ERP platforms
- Professional certifications (e.g., Licensed Customs Broker, CCS, or equivalent) are a plus
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth, and operationally complex environment
Compensation
- The base salary range listed reflects what Lime reasonably expects to offer for this role, with the final base salary determined by objective factors such as the candidate's location and relevant skills and experience.
Benefits
- Complimentary use of Lime vehicles in participating cities, a monthly phone allowance, dedicated learning and development days, and access to perks including One Medical, Wellhub, and Headspace.
- Depending on the position, the total compensation package may also include discretionary annual performance bonus opportunities and equity, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
- A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- We also provide company-paid life and disability insurance and company-funded mental health benefits.
- 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a monthly company contribution.
- Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, plus fertility and family-forming benefits.
- Unlimited vacation, paid leaves, and 10 company holidays.
Company info
- Lead restricted party screening processes across suppliers, logistics partners, and customers
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email recruiting-operations@li.me for assistance.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Manage export control processes, including licensing requirements for embedded software, GPS/IoT components, and encryption technologies
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