Customs Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all import and export transactions comply with customs laws, trade agreements, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CBP, USMCA, EU).
• Prepare, review, and submit customs documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
• Classify goods using Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes and ensure accurate duty, tariff, and tax calculations.
• Cook with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies to facilitate timely clearance and delivery.
• Maintain accurate, organized records of all customs transactions for audit and compliance purposes.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, ensuring HL Mando’s ongoing compliance with trade and tariff laws.
• Conduct internal audits, identify process gaps, and implement improvements to strengthen trade compliance.
• Support FTA Certificate of Origin (C/O) management and ensure accuracy within FTA systems.
• Aid in purchasing planning tasks, including supplier strategy development and supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Cook with customs-related requests from HL Mando Korea.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred). Licensed U.S. Customs Broker required (or equivalent certification if outside the U.S.). 2–5 years of experience in customs compliance, international logistics, or trade management. Experience collaborating with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies. CPM or CPSM certification preferred.
• Skills And Competencies: Bilingual: English and Korean (preferred). Comprehensive knowledge of import/export regulations, documentation requirements, and trade compliance standards. Familiarity with HTS classification codes and Incoterms. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Strong judgment and decision-making abilities, considering cost, delivery, and quality impacts. Proactive, collaborative team player who demonstrates accountability and initiative.