Import Compliance Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Review import transactions and documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
• Validate and audit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) classifications.
• Closely work with the external Customs Broker to resolve classification discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Review, prepare, and support customs applications/forms related to duty-free entry and special classification provisions for duty free entry.
• Support internal reviews and audits of import activity to identify risks and corrective actions.
• Advise internal stakeholders on tariff impacts and compliance requirements.
• Maintain compliant records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by staying updated about changes to Customs laws and regulations, tariff measures, and HTS changes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Current Customs License
• 5+ years of experience in import compliance
• Strong working knowledge of HTSUS classification and U.S. Customs regulations
• Experience collaborating directly with Customs Brokers
• Demonstrated experience with duty-free entry provisions and customs documentation
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting scientific, research, or government-related imports
• Prior in-house import compliance experience
• Familiarity with tariff mitigation strategies, and CBP's Trade Remedy programs, Customs Rulings, and knowledge of current and newly proposed tariff measures
• Experience with ACE and ACE Reports PCI Federal (PCIF)