Customs Compliance Specialist
$76,900–$99,300 year
On-siteLawrence, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
Monitor and audit import/export transactions to ensure adherence to U.S. and international Customs regulations, including HTS classification, valuation, and country of origin requirements. Collaborate with brokers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely clearance of goods while responding to inquiries from Customs authorities. Maintain all documentation required for Customs entry and recordkeeping, supporting corrective actions for compliance risks, post-entry amendments, and government inquiries. Assist in developing compliance procedures, identifying process improvements, and notifying management of repetitive issues to prevent future non-compliances. Work in a Lawrence, MA Distribution Center environment with a pay range of $76,900 to $121,600 annually.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field; or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in Customs compliance, trade compliance, or import/export operations preferred
- Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of U.S. and international Customs regulations, HTS classification, valuation, and free trade agreements
- Footwear/apparel classification experience beneficial
- Demonstrated ability to work with Customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies including partner government agencies such as CPSC, USDA
- Ability to review AD/CVD scope language and determine applicability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), email, and familiarity with trade compliance (e.g. ACE) and business systems (e.g Order Management, ERP, PLM- Flex)
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently; ability to match numbers/letters
- Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively
- Professional phone/Microsoft Teams on-camera demeanor
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), WMS and email
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented
- Attention to detail, learning mind-set and collaborative mindset/working style
- Ability to learn and retain processes and procedures in a changing environment
- Lawrence, MA Distribution Center Only
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in Customs compliance, trade compliance, or import/export operations preferred
- Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist strongly preferred
- Footwear/apparel classification experience beneficial
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