Supervisor - Trade and Tariff Advisory Services
Role description
From the employerWe are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market
globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering
our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people
are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to
be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and
empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like
you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
As global tariffs, supply chain disruption, and regulatory scrutiny intensify,
our clients are seeking practical, strategic guidance to manage risk and unlock
opportunity. We are looking for a Supervisor who combines strong technical trade
knowledge with a client-first mindset to help deliver high-impact solutions.
What You’ll Do
- As a Supervisor in our Trade Advisory Services practice, you will work closely
- with clients and cross-functional teams to deliver advisory services across a
range of customs and global trade matters
- Client Service & Advisory
- Advise U.S. and multinational clients on customs, tariff and trade compliance
matters
- Support development of trade strategies aligned with business and supply
chain objectives
- Identify opportunities for duty savings, tariff mitigation and supply chain
optimization
- Assist with CBP inquiries, audits, disclosures and post-entry adjustments
Engagement Delivery
- Manage day-to-day execution of client engagements, including deliverables,
timelines and communications
- Support end-to-end project lifecycle activities, including scoping, planning
and tracking against budgets
- Balance multiple priorities across a dynamic and fast-paced client
environment
- Collaborate with teams across tax, consulting and technology
Practice Growth & Innovation
- Identify opportunities to expand services and deepen client relationships
- Contribute to development of tools, templates and scalable service offerings
- Support internal knowledge sharing and technical collaboration
People & Leadership
- Coach and mentor junior team members
- Provide feedback and support team development
- Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture
Thought Leadership
- Support development of client-facing insights and presentations
- Participate in webinars, client discussions and industry forums
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, international trade,
supply chain or related field
- Requires a minimum of four years of experience in customs, international
trade or global trade advisory
- Requires working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations (e.g., CBP
requirements)
- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MA/MS, MBA, JD, LLM or similar)
- Licensed Customs Broker or other trade-related certifications (e.g., CUSECO)
- Experience with duty recovery, FTAs (e.g., USMCA), tariff engineering or
trade compliance programs
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) or global trade management tools
- Experience in a consulting or professional services environment
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our
people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s
demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about
our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits
[https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits].
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not
tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely
held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or
disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status;
national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental
disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including
family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or
prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status;
pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected
under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in
connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is
committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people
with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an
application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process,
please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com
[careers@rsmus.com].
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship
now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college /
university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work
experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying,
excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction
records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California,
please click here
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for additional information.
At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect
their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary
range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents
numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited
to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such,
pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $91,200 - $172,200
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus
based on firm and individual performance.