Customs Trade Compliance Expert

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all applicable import/export and PGA requirement and regulations, including CFR, HTSUS, U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and other international trade laws.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customs clearance processes.
• File entries through the Automated Broker Interface (ABI) in compliance with CBP regulations.
• Supervise classification processes for Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, ECCN, and Harmonized System Codes (HSC) to ensure compliant imports/exports and maximize duty savings.
• Establish and lead Duty Drawback Program.
• Apply and maintain company Import and Export Licenses and Permits.
• Interpret import/export regulations, rulings, and trade documentation.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure full regulatory compliance with accurate filings and duties, and lead corrective action plans resulting from audits and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to provide customs guidance and operational support.
• Stay current with regulatory changes from CBP and Partner Government Agencies (PGA) such as FDA, USDA, EPA, FWS, CDC and more.
• Train and support team members in customs procedures, filing practices, and import/export compliance.
• Stay updated on changes to import/export laws and regulations in countries where the company operates.
• Identify and address risks related to trade compliance, including restricted-party transactions and violations of trade law.
• Investigate and report trade compliance incidents, and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• U.S. Customs Broker License or CCS or CES certified with Duty Drawback program setup experience
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in trade compliance with special focus in duty drawback
• Solid knowledge of Import/Export Regulations and Product Classification
• Prominent working knowledge of ACE, ABI systems, and classification tools
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and time management
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and government agencies
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and customs brokerage software (e.g., Mercury/ITS, CargoWise, Descartes, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and success tracking records of establishing and maintaining a successful Duty Drawback program
• Experience of filing import entries using ABI-approved vendor portal
• Background in customs audits or post-entry corrections (e.g., PSC, protests)