Trade Compliance Specialist

Position Overview 

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for leading day to day operations & activities to ensure our products that flow across international borders are compliant with Customs regulatory requirements for the United States, Canada and EMEA and established internal policies and procedures. The scope of work includes figuring out product classifications & valuation, maintaining IML (Item Master Lists), post-entry audits, annual CTPAT & PIP self-assessments, and staying up to date with the evolving trade regulations, tariffs, and sanctions imposed by various countries. If you have a passion for the details and are a subject matter expert in the areas of HTS classification, customs valuation and country of origin validation, then this opportunity is for you! 

What You'll Do 

• Run day-to-day management of import and export shipments by providing frontline support for daily customs compliance operations, resolving issues, and ensuring on time customs clearance of products 
• Support trade & product development activities, including restricted party screening, country of origin verification, and valuation compliance. 
• Ensure our import and export Standard Operating Procedures manual is current & up to date 
• Maintain compliant recordkeeping as outlined within company procedures 
• Classify goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN). Ensure accurate classification and origin determination for imported and exported goods, including noncommercial goods. Maintain HTS and Schedule B product code databases 
• Supervise global regulatory changes (e.g., new OFAC sanctions or updated EU Export Controls) and update internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) accordingly. 
• Support leadership with the strategic & operational relationship management of our 3PL Customs Broker partners. Act as the primary point of contact for customs request for information or import process delays. 
• Compliance team Project Lead for our annual self-audit & reporting requirements to maintain our membership in C-TPAT, Customs Compliance & PIP trusted trader programs 
• Conduct daily & weekly audits of import/export records. Ensure findings are shared and key takeaways implemented to resolve lapses in process with our customs brokers, partners or internal staff. 
• Maintain key compliance operational metrics & strategic KPIs for reporting to leadership. 

Who You Are 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent education and experience. 
• 8+ years of experience in customs/trade compliance, including HTS classification, valuation, country of origin/marking, audits, CTPAT/PIP, and CBP/CBSA engagement. 
• Solid understanding of international trade, transportation logistics, risk management, and INCOTERMS. 
• Experience with Free Trade Agreements; USMCA knowledge preferred. 
• Sophisticated Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables; experience with BI tools and ACE portal reporting. 
• Experience with Global Trade Management (GTM) systems preferred. 
• U.S. Customs Broker License or other relevant compliance certification is a plus. 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.