Tariff Classification-Manager

Schedule: FT

Job Type: On-site

Salary Type: Salary

Req #: 2156

About the Role

The Tariff Classification Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and governing tariff classification programs across complex, high-volume, and multi-jurisdictional operations. This position serves as a subject-matter authority on global tariff classification, an HTS code specialist, a trade compliance expert, and a merciology expert.

The role requires independent judgment to define objectives, establish classification strategies, and mitigate customs and compliance risks, with a focus on the Legal Regulatory Framework. The Manager partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders (customs, legal, supply chain, tax, and operations) to align classification decisions with business objectives while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

What the Candidate Will Do

• Provide strategic leadership and governance for tariff classification activities, ensuring consistent and compliant application across all operations.

• Serve as the escalation point for complex or high-risk HTS code classification determinations.

• Design, implement, and continuously improve classification processes, controls, and standard operating procedures.

• Identify automation, data analytics, and technology opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

• Use data and performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, supporting informed decision-making at the management level.

• Lead and mentor classification analysts, fostering technical expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to support new project launches, supply chain changes, and strategic initiatives

• Proactively monitor HS changes and assess their impact on classification strategies and compliance posture.

• Drive a culture of business opportunity, creating opportunities in the classification matters, leading the origin inspections process on facilities, assets, and production lines to import to/from Mexico.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 8+ years of experience in a related field

• 2+ years of experience in leader positions related field

• In-depth knowledge of the Harmonize System

• Expert knowledge of the General Import and Export Tax Law (LIGIE) and its application within customs operations

• Strong understanding of Mexican Foreign Trade Framework and its practical application in import/export operations

• Proven capability to drive and govern multi-disciplinary projects, balancing operational execution with regulatory risk management in rapidly changing business environments

• Bilingual with advanced proficiency in Spanish and English

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Basic knowledge of AI-enabled tools and automation solutions (such as data analytics platforms, document analysis, or decision-support systems) and their application to improve efficiency, consistency, and risk management in trade compliance processes.

• Ongoing professional development in customs, trade compliance, or regulatory affairs.

• Experience supporting tariff classification across multiple countries or regions, including LATAM, USMCA/US, and global operations.

• Advanced computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Tools

Benefits & Compensation for U.S. Employees

Employees working more than 30 hours in the US at Uber Freight are eligible for benefits like a company sponsored health plan, dental and vision benefits, 401k match, financial and mental wellness benefits, parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance and more. US based employees may also be eligible for a performance or sales incentive bonus program, participation in Uber Freight equity awards, and other types of compensation depending upon the role.

About Uber Freight

Uber Freight helps companies move goods more reliably and efficiently. We bring together the technology, people, and transportation capacity they need, using real‑time data from millions of shipments to guide smarter decisions. That helps customers spot issues early, avoid costly surprises, and deliver on time. Uber Freight works with 1 in 3 Fortune 500 shippers across North America and manages over $17B in freight. Learn more at www.uberfreight.com.

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EEOC

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