Trade Specialist

Responsibilities

• Determine product tariff and export classifications under U.S. and international trade rules, and maintain accurate classification data within company records.
• Review import and export documentation for completeness and accuracy to support timely customs clearance and regulatory reporting.
• Manage supplier outreach related to trade program participation and prepare certificates of origin and other required supporting documents.
• Cookier border movements of equipment and materials, ensuring each transaction meets legal and procedural requirements.
• Exercise independent judgment to investigate proposed shipments, confirm compliance, and halt activity when regulatory concerns are identified.
• Perform risk-based reviews of trade transactions, identify compliance gaps, and recommend corrective actions to reduce exposure.
• Conduct internal audits and assessments to evaluate adherence to import and export regulations and improve control effectiveness.
• Develop and deliver training, guidance, and compliance support to departments responsible for trade-related procedures and work instructions.
• Monitor regulatory developments, interpret changes in trade laws, and advise stakeholders on potential business impact.
• Contribute to special projects involving international trade operations, process improvement, and compliance initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in international trade, logistics, customs, or import/export compliance.
• Hands-on experience assigning Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications and export classifications with a high degree of accuracy.
• Working knowledge of trade regulations such as ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions, customs regulations, and foreign trade reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of international shipping and customs documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills, and country-of-origin records.
• Ability to interpret regulations, review complex documentation, and make sound compliance decisions independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with enterprise systems used for trade or logistics data management.
• Experience with audit activities, internal controls, and continuous improvement methods such as Lean or Six Sigma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Skills

• International trade compliance
• Tariff classifications
• Customs documentation
• Regulatory reporting
• Supplier management
• Compliance risk management
• Internal auditing
• Training development
• Regulatory interpretation
• Microsoft Office applications
• Enterprise systems for trade/logistics data management
• Audit activities
• Continuous improvement methods

Benefits

• The targeted salary range for this position is $75-113K, eligible for annual bonus based on company performance.
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision).
• PTO + Paid Holidays.