Trade Compliance Manager

Harbinger Motors Inc.•Garden Grove, CA

9h•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation. The Trade Compliance Manager will ensure Harbinger’s import, export, and international trade activities comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This role will partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Legal, and Finance teams to establish processes that support a rapidly scaling manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate has strong experience with U.S. import/export regulations, customs compliance, and international trade programs within automotive, manufacturing, or hardware technology companies.

Requirements

5–8+ years of experience in trade compliance, import/export compliance, or global trade operations
Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations and international trade laws
Experience managing HTS classifications, ECCN determinations, and export controls
Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage regulatory documentation
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field

Responsibilities

Develop and manage Harbinger’s global trade compliance program, policies, and internal controls
Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations, including classification, valuation, and documentation requirements
Manage HTS classification, ECCN determinations, and country-of-origin requirements
Oversee import/export documentation, customs filings, and broker relationships
Partner with Supply Chain and Logistics teams to support international sourcing and shipping operations
Conduct internal trade compliance audits and implement corrective actions where necessary
Monitor regulatory changes and assess impacts to Harbinger’s global operations
Provide training and guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements
Support government reporting, audits, and regulatory inquiries as needed
Help scale trade compliance processes to support a growing manufacturing and international supply chain footprint