Import Operations Specialist

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Export Compliance Specialist Role Overview: We are seeking an Import/Export Compliance Specialist to support global trade compliance activities with a primary focus on import operations, customs requirements, and cross-functional coordination. This role will help ensure compliant movement of goods, accurate documentation, and timely support for business-critical projects. Must-Have Experience Hands-on experience in import compliance, customs documentation, tariff classification, country of origin, valuation, and broker coordination. Working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations and global trade compliance processes. Familiarity with the ACE Customs portal, including accessing, reviewing, and using ACE reports to support compliance activities. Experience managing Duty Drawback filings, including gathering supporting documentation and coordinating submissions. Ability to review, validate, and maintain accurate trade documentation to support compliant shipments. Experience partnering with logistics, supply chain, operations, legal, finance, and external customs brokers or freight forwarders. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify compliance risks, resolve documentation issues, and follow through on corrective actions. Ability to support urgent business needs and project timelines in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities: Manage and support import compliance activities, including shipment documentation, customs entry review, tariff classification support, and broker communication. Use the ACE Customs portal and ACE reports to monitor, validate, and support import compliance activities. Manage Duty Drawback filing activities, including documentation collection, data accuracy, broker coordination, and follow-up on submissions. Ensure import/export records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Partner with internal teams to resolve shipment holds, documentation discrepancies, and compliance questions. Support process improvements that strengthen compliance controls and improve speed, accuracy, and visibility. Provide guidance to business partners on trade compliance requirements and escalate risks when needed. Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance reviews related to import/export activity. Must be ITAR compliant.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a manufacturing, technology, or global supply chain environment. Familiarity with export compliance, restricted party screening, export classifications, or denied party processes. Experience working with ERP, trade compliance, or logistics systems. Customs broker license, trade compliance certification, or related professional training.

Ideal Candidate Profile: The strongest candidates will have direct import compliance experience, strong documentation accuracy, practical knowledge of customs requirements, familiarity with the ACE Customs portal and reports, and experience managing Duty Drawback filings. They should be able to work cross-functionally to keep shipments moving while maintaining compliance. Export experience is helpful, but the revised focus should prioritize import strength and level alignment. Must be ITAR authorized Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities Ability to manage through change and to lead change when appropriate Ability to work well with others Nice to have: Experience with TMS or similar trade management systems Certification in customs compliance (e.g., CUSECO) Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping documentation Working knowledge of customs regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR, HTS, FDA, TSCA) Experience with ACE System and Reporting Experience with global freight forwarding and customs brokerage. Advanced knowledge using Excel and other software for analytics Experience with Duty Drawback filing