Customs Compliance Specialist

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Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily import/export operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international customs regulations; maintain HTS codes in SAP and coordinate updates with the Regional Customs Lead.
• Prepare and review customs entries, verify import values, apply for duty refunds, and resolve customs-related issues such as delays, inspections, and audits.
• Collect and manage required documentation from suppliers, purchasing, and internal stakeholders to support customs clearance.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth shipment clearance and timely deliveries.
• Prepare Certificates of Origin (e.g., USMCA) and ensure correct application to optimize duty savings and compliance.
• Support logistics operations, including shipment scheduling, material flow, inventory oversight, and accurate tracking of customs transactions.
• Maintain complete and auditable records, provide documentation during audits, and prepare regular reports on import/export performance, compliance status, and cost metrics.
• Report significant customs issues to the Regional Customs Lead, update local management on performance, and collaborate with Finance on customs-related invoices and reconciliations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of U.S. and international customs regulations, import/export compliance, and tariff classifications (HTS codes).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred) for customs, logistics, or inventory management.
• Understanding of Certificates of Origin, trade agreements (e.g., USMCA), and duty optimization strategies.
• Knowledge of freight forwarding, brokerage operations, and compliance reporting/auditing requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and communication skills to identify compliance issues, ensure accuracy, and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Primarily office-based role with occasional visits to warehouse or shipping/receiving areas; must be able to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional travel required to coordinate with suppliers, customs brokers, or other facilities.