Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for overseeing and executing import and export compliance activities to ensure adherence to U.S. and international trade regulations. This role serves as a subject matter expert on trade compliance issues including USMCA certification, tariff classification, documentation accuracy, and partner government agency requirements. The coordinator collaborates with internal departments, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies to ensure smooth and compliant cross-border operations.

Major Responsibilities :

• Conduct and oversee USMCA origin analysis and maintain proper documentation for preferential duty claims.
• Perform HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification of products.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trade regulations, including sanctions, tariff changes, and applicable trade agreements, also inform internal impact departments.
• Provide guidance on Incoterms, tariff changes, and duty mitigation strategies.
• Perform internal audits and risk assessments of import / export transactions and processes.
• Primary point of contact with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal departments to resolve compliance issues.
• Investigate and resolve any customs holds, discrepancies, or penalties.
• Maintain proper records in line with U.S. and international recordkeeping requirements.
• Implement corrective actions as needed and maintain SOPs for trade processes.
• Monitor and report key metrics such as customs clearance times, documentation error rates, and duty savings.

Required Qualifications :

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