The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve ...
The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
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You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
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You'll execute structured playbooks, manage client-facing systems, and flag edge cases, all while ... Execute SOPs and task checklists with high attention to detail and operational discipline * Manage ...
Operations Supervisor II
Romulus, MI · On-site
Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving ... Communicate with operations manager regarding progress and problems or issues. Maintain flexible ...
Operations Supervisor II
Romulus, MI · On-site
Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving ... Communicate with operations manager regarding progress and problems or issues. Maintain flexible ...
Operations Supervisor II
Romulus, MI · On-site
Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving ... Communicate with operations manager regarding progress and problems or issues. Maintain flexible ...
Operations Supervisor II
Romulus, MI · On-site
Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving ... Communicate with operations manager regarding progress and problems or issues. Maintain flexible ...
Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$122K - $158K/yr
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
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Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$122K - $158K/yr
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$122K - $158K/yr
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$122K - $158K/yr
The Head of Customs and Foreign Trade Americas & Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring ... Strategic leadership and Operational support: Lead strategic customs projects contributing to the ...
Director, Trade Relations
Detroit, MI · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
... operations to forecast revenue, manage trade spend, and optimize inventory strategies. 8. Ensure contract compliance and drive operational efficiencies across trade and distribution activities. 9. ...
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Director, Trade Relations
Detroit, MI · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
... operations to forecast revenue, manage trade spend, and optimize inventory strategies. 8. Ensure contract compliance and drive operational efficiencies across trade and distribution activities. 9. ...
Customs & International Trade Tax Director
Detroit, MI · On-site
$150K - $438K/yr
Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Customs & International Trade Management Level Director ... We help businesses navigate complex customs laws and optimize their trade operations. In the ...
Customs & International Trade Tax Director
Detroit, MI · On-site
$150K - $438K/yr
Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Customs & International Trade Management Level Director ... We help businesses navigate complex customs laws and optimize their trade operations. In the ...
Floral Manager
Troy, MI · On-site
$50K - $60K/yr
Work with General Manager and the Operations Manager to determine the variety and quantity of ... a trade, it doesn't matter. If you want a job, chances are you've got family waiting for you at ...
Floral Manager
Troy, MI · On-site
$50K - $60K/yr
Work with General Manager and the Operations Manager to determine the variety and quantity of ... a trade, it doesn't matter. If you want a job, chances are you've got family waiting for you at ...
Additionally, the position provides analytical support, documentation control, and management reporting to safeguard the integrity and compliance of trade operations. Position Responsibilities The ...
Additionally, the position provides analytical support, documentation control, and management reporting to safeguard the integrity and compliance of trade operations. Position Responsibilities The ...
The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve ...
The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve ...
Foreign Exchange Operations Analyst
Detroit, MI · On-site +1
The FX Operations Analyst confirms foreign exchange trades, manages settlements, and ensures timely payments. This position provides candidates with experience in financial operations, including ...
Foreign Exchange Operations Analyst
Detroit, MI · On-site +1
The FX Operations Analyst confirms foreign exchange trades, manages settlements, and ensures timely payments. This position provides candidates with experience in financial operations, including ...
Sales Operations Specialist
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
The Sales Operations Specialist provides operational, process, and execution support to the Water ... The role combines trade show strategy, lead management, Salesforce execution, and sales development ...
Sales Operations Specialist
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
The Sales Operations Specialist provides operational, process, and execution support to the Water ... The role combines trade show strategy, lead management, Salesforce execution, and sales development ...
Import Operations Lead
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$143K/yr
The US Customs Northern & Southern Border Operations Lead and FAST coordinator is responsible to ... Bachelor's degree with a focus on Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Finance, Economics ...
Import Operations Lead
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$143K/yr
The US Customs Northern & Southern Border Operations Lead and FAST coordinator is responsible to ... Bachelor's degree with a focus on Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Finance, Economics ...
Trade In Valuation Analyst
Southfield, MI · On-site
This role is responsible for vehicle valuations, trade acquisition support, pricing analysis, field escalation management, and operational execution throughout the trade-in lifecycle. The Trade-In ...
Trade In Valuation Analyst
Southfield, MI · On-site
This role is responsible for vehicle valuations, trade acquisition support, pricing analysis, field escalation management, and operational execution throughout the trade-in lifecycle. The Trade-In ...
Operations Director
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$130K - $217K/yr
Lead and manage overall manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling ... Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, customer meetings, and other ...
Operations Director
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$130K - $217K/yr
Lead and manage overall manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling ... Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, customer meetings, and other ...
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What is the difference between Trading Operations Manager vs Trading Analyst?
| Aspect | Trading Operations Manager | Trading Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees trading processes, manages teams, ensures compliance, and optimizes operations. | Analyzes market data, supports trading strategies, and provides reports for decision-making. |
| Required Skills | Strong leadership, operational knowledge, risk management, and communication skills. | Analytical skills, market knowledge, data analysis, and reporting abilities. |
| Certifications | Typically CFA, FRM, or similar certifications preferred. | Often holds CFA or similar certifications, but less managerial focus. |
| Work Environment | Financial firms, trading floors, or investment banks. | Research departments, trading desks, or financial analysis teams. |
The Trading Operations Manager focuses on managing trading processes and teams, ensuring smooth operations and compliance. In contrast, the Trading Analyst primarily analyzes market data and supports trading strategies. Both roles often require similar certifications like CFA and work within financial institutions, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.
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Deloitte rating
8.2
Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
45th of 150 rated financial services
Job description
Do you enjoy providing powerful business solutions to some of the world's most well-known and respected companies, including more than 75 percent of the Fortune 100? Would you like to join one of the leading professional services organizations in the United States specializing in effectively managing global trade decisions and obligations, and providing strategic significance to a company's global supply chain? If this is you, come travel the world in our world!
What you'll do
As a Senior Manager on our Global Trade team, you will participate in engagements requiring regulatory analysis for a variety of entities and their affiliates. You will work with U.S. and multinational companies, understand national and international trade requirements, and align client trade functions with their business objectives. You will also have the opportunity to develop and pursue creative strategies using the latest technologies.
Responsibilities will include:
- Helping companies manage global compliance requirements and realize efficiencies in their global supply chain.
- Advising U.S. and foreign multinational companies on global import and export strategies and compliance.
- Working with clients to assess and deploy technology solutions to enable international trade management operations.
- Supervising assignments by the Global Trade professionals serving as Consultants, Senior Consultants, and Managers.
- Developing and motivating the engagement staff by providing them with leadership, counselling, and career guidance.
- Assisting Partners, Principals, and Directors with day-to-day operations of practice
- Leading large-scale business development initiatives
The Team
Our Global Trade practice is a national practice within Deloitte Tax LLP's Indirect Tax business and advises U.S. and foreign multinational companies on global import and export strategies, compliance, and technology enablement. The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve worldwide compliance and realize efficiencies and advantages in their global supply chain. The group works with clients to assess and potentially automate their international trade management procedures within all major trading regions.
Qualifications
Required
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week.
- Bachelor's degree in a legal, business or technology related field
- 8+ years of experience in Import, Export and/or Technology Enablement experience (operational, government, law firm, or consulting)
- Project management experience indicating strong organizational, data management, project planning, project execution, and people skills
- Business management and financial leadership experience indicating ability to plan and manage budgets, financials, and operations
- Experience with helping clients assess and implement technology solutions to enable trade operations
- Experience leading and managing global project teams
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- One of the following active accreditations obtained:
- Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA exam
- If not CPA eligible:
- Licensed attorney
- Enrolled Agent
- Certifications:
- US Customhouse Broker's License
- CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Control Officer)
- Where applicable, non-US citizen qualifying credentials:
- Foreign equivalent of the above certifications
- CUSICO (Certified US Import Compliance Officer
- Professional Accreditation in EU Customs Law (post masters)
- Technology Certifications:
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSCPO) - SCRUM.org and Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Program Management Professional (PgMP)
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Professional Scrum Developer (PSD)
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Azure
- MCSD: Web Applications
- MCSD: SharePoint
- Oracle Certified Professional
- Alteryx Designer- Advanced Certification
- Project Management; Professional (PMP)
- Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
- ITIL Certification
- Other: Vendor certification for management of implementations (Oracle, SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
Preferred
- Advanced degree such as MST, MAcc, JD, or LLM
- SAP SD/MM Certifications
- Foreign language skills
- Experienced in business development and client management
- A self-starter with the ability to effectively handle multiple, competing priorities
- Familiarity with implementing and configuring trade management software such as SAP GTS, Oracle GTM, etc., to manage import/export compliance
- Familiarity with global trade management software as well as software aptitude in Access, Excel, and/or Visio
- Strong research, writing, communication, and presentation skills, and detail-orientated
- Ability to proactively develop internal and external relationships and effectively speak to Import/Export compliance issues
- Experience designing, implementing, and managing Import/Export compliance programs
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $163,425 to $333,875.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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Qualifications:Do you enjoy providing powerful business solutions to some of the world's most well-known and respected companies, including more than 75 percent of the Fortune 100? Would you like to join one of the leading professional services organizations in the United States specializing in effectively managing global trade decisions and obligations, and providing strategic significance to a company's global supply chain? If this is you, come travel the world in our world!
What you'll do
As a Senior Manager on our Global Trade team, you will participate in engagements requiring regulatory analysis for a variety of entities and their affiliates. You will work with U.S. and multinational companies, understand national and international trade requirements, and align client trade functions with their business objectives. You will also have the opportunity to develop and pursue creative strategies using the latest technologies.
Responsibilities will include:
- Helping companies manage global compliance requirements and realize efficiencies in their global supply chain.
- Advising U.S. and foreign multinational companies on global import and export strategies and compliance.
- Working with clients to assess and deploy technology solutions to enable international trade management operations.
- Supervising assignments by the Global Trade professionals serving as Consultants, Senior Consultants, and Managers.
- Developing and motivating the engagement staff by providing them with leadership, counselling, and career guidance.
- Assisting Partners, Principals, and Directors with day-to-day operations of practice
- Leading large-scale business development initiatives
The Team
Our Global Trade practice is a national practice within Deloitte Tax LLP's Indirect Tax business and advises U.S. and foreign multinational companies on global import and export strategies, compliance, and technology enablement. The Global Trade practice is composed of attorneys, operations experts, technology specialists, customs brokers, auditors, and trade management professionals who help importers and exporters achieve worldwide compliance and realize efficiencies and advantages in their global supply chain. The group works with clients to assess and potentially automate their international trade management procedures within all major trading regions.
Qualifications
Required
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week.
- Bachelor's degree in a legal, business or technology related field
- 8+ years of experience in Import, Export and/or Technology Enablement experience (operational, government, law firm, or consulting)
- Project management experience indicating strong organizational, data management, project planning, project execution, and people skills
- Business management and financial leadership experience indicating ability to plan and manage budgets, financials, and operations
- Experience with helping clients assess and implement technology solutions to enable trade operations
- Experience leading and managing global project teams
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- One of the following active accreditations obtained:
- Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA exam
- If not CPA eligible:
- Licensed attorney
- Enrolled Agent
- Certifications:
- US Customhouse Broker's License
- CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Control Officer)
- Where applicable, non-US citizen qualifying credentials:
- Foreign equivalent of the above certifications
- CUSICO (Certified US Import Compliance Officer
- Professional Accreditation in EU Customs Law (post masters)
- Technology Certifications:
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSCPO) - SCRUM.org and Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Program Management Professional (PgMP)
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Professional Scrum Developer (PSD)
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Azure
- MCSD: Web Applications
- MCSD: SharePoint
- Oracle Certified Professional
- Alteryx Designer- Advanced Certification
- Project Management; Professional (PMP)
- Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
- ITIL Certification
- Other: Vendor certification for management of implementations (Oracle, SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
Preferred
- Advanced degree such as MST, MAcc, JD, or LLM
- SAP SD/MM Certifications
- Foreign language skills
- Experienced in business development and client management
- A self-starter with the ability to effectively handle multiple, competing priorities
- Familiarity with implementing and configuring trade management software such as SAP GTS, Oracle GTM, etc., to manage import/export compliance
- Familiarity with global trade management software as well as software aptitude in Access, Excel, and/or Visio
- Strong research, writing, communication, and presentation skills, and detail-orientated
- Ability to proactively develop internal and external relationships and effectively speak to Import/Export compliance issues
- Experience designing, implementing, and managing Import/Export compliance programs
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $163,425 to $333,875.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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