Customs Affairs Manager
About the role
As a Customs Manager, you will play a critical role in enabling ASML’s global business while ensuring compliance with customs regulations. Your work will help support the movement of advanced technology across international borders, allowing ASML to continue driving innovation in the semiconductor industry. You will develop, implement, and govern ASML’s global customs strategy with a strong focus on U.S. customs compliance, oversee customs-related activities, manage risk, and guide the organization through an evolving regulatory landscape. By partnering with business leaders and cross-functional teams, you will help support business growth while maintaining compliance across customs-related processes, systems, and decisions.
This position may require access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require the Company to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
Responsibilities
- Monitor customs laws and regulations and assess their impact on ASML’s business operations.
- Advise leaders and stakeholders on customs implications related to business decisions and strategic initiatives.
- Partner with finance, legal, compliance, and other business functions to provide integrated customs guidance.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve customs compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Maintain and enhance customs control frameworks, with a strong focus on U.S. customs compliance and risk mitigation.
- Lead or support business improvement projects as the customs subject matter expert.
- Represent ASML in interactions with customs authorities, including audits, rulings, agreements, and regulatory discussions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, international trade, supply chain management, law, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in customs compliance, international trade, or related regulatory disciplines.
- Experience managing customs compliance programs within the United States.
- Experience leading customs initiatives in a complex, matrixed organization.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive compliance across multiple business functions.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Licensed Customs Broker certification.
- Experience within the semiconductor, technology, manufacturing, or machinery industries.
Skills
- Analyze complex customs and business requirements and translate them into practical solutions.
- Build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal settings.
- Demonstrate ownership and accountability from issue identification through resolution.
- Prioritize competing demands and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Adapt to changing regulations, priorities, and business needs.
- Apply strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Collaborate effectively within global and multicultural teams.
- Evaluate risk and make sound, compliance-focused decisions.
- Leverage knowledge of customs regulations, trade compliance, and related tax concepts.
Location & Schedule
This position is located on-site in San Diego, California. It requires onsite presence to attend in-person work-related events, trainings, meetings, and stakeholder engagements to support collaboration, compliance activities, and cross-functional partnership. A flexible workplace arrangement is available for remote work up to two days per week. May require domestic and international travel based on business needs.
Pay
The current base annual salary range for this role is $110,250–165,375. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities, and pay relative to other team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- 401k plan participation.
- Eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month.
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.