Trade Compliance Specialist II
Laborie · Portsmouth, NH · 4 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist II who will support compliant, accurate, and timely international movement of goods, adhering to U.S. and global Customs regulations.
About The Role
- Facilitates end-to-end import and export processes to ensure compliant, timely, and accurate inventory movements, including document verification and Customs clearance.
- Serves as the primary supply chain contact for international logistics issues related to imports and exports.
- Maintains required import and export records in accordance with U.S. Customs laws and international trade agreements.
- Classifies goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and determines Country of Origin while coordinating with trade compliance experts as needed.
- Audits, reconciles, and approves Customs-related invoices and manages logistics from supplier to customer.
- Supports vendor selection, pricing negotiations, issue resolution, and procedural alignment with internal compliance and logistics requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, Customs, or trade compliance within a global operation.
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong interpersonal and customer-service-focused skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and logistics tracking or inventory software.
- Knowledge of domestic and international rules governing shipment of medical devices, medical measuring systems, and medical disposable products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the medical technology manufacturing or distribution industry; FDA experience is highly desirable.
- U.S. Customs Broker License strongly preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with DOT, ECCN, and GHS compliance requirements for material movements.
- Experience working with brokers, warehouses, and international transportation providers.
- Ability to resolve logistics non-conformances and conduct benchmarking for transport and Customs-related costs.
- Participation in import and export compliance training and certification programs.