Senior Export Compliance Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Assess product details, technical drawings, bills of materials, and specifications to assign HTS/HTSUS classifications and Schedule B codes.

• Identify and maintain ECCNs along with associated export control jurisdictions.

• Classify products during their development and item setup, ensuring timely delivery and compliance through prioritization of transactions.

• Create and uphold a standardized framework for classification decisions.

• Work alongside customs brokers to refresh parts databases, implement classification standards, identify discrepancies, and file necessary corrections.

• Formulate and document strong classification justifications utilizing GRIs, Explanatory Notes, CROSS rulings, and internal precedents.

• Sustain and enhance the product classification database within ERP and/or GTM systems.

• Assist in determining country-of-origin and preferential-origin, including compliance with USMCA and other FTAs.

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Logistics, Engineering, and Product Management to gather technical data.

• Support internal audits, respond to CF28/CF29 requests, and address inquiries from customs authorities.

• Keep abreast of changes in the Harmonized System, HTSUS, and classification decisions.

• Contribute to and facilitate internal training regarding classification fundamentals and data requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• At least 10 years of practical experience in customs tariff classification within a corporate trade compliance setting.

• In-depth knowledge of tariff classification, customs regulations, and export control measures.

• Familiarity with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) and General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs).

• Knowledge of export control classification (ECCN) under EAR and/or ITAR jurisdiction determinations.

• Experience in interpreting mechanical/electrical drawings, specifications, and bills of material.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience with ERP systems and/or Global Trade Management tools.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker (LCB) or actively pursuing the license.

• Previous experience in multi-region classification support, including EU CN codes and other national tariffs.

• Background in a complex manufacturing, industrial, or high-tech environment.

• At least 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years with a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Disability coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

• Paid time off

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

• Flexible spending or savings accounts