Senior Import/Export Specialist

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

📋 Description

• Ensure efficient, scalable, and compliant import and export operations with a primary emphasis on U.S. imports.

• Execute and uphold HS/HTS classifications while assisting with ECCN determinations for semiconductor equipment, spare parts, components, electronics, software, and related technologies.

• Review and validate broker filings, customs documentation, customs valuation, country of origin declarations, and the applicability of trade remedies.

• Engage with CBP Requests for Information, audits, post-entry reviews, disclosures, and compliance inquiries.

• Design, document, and enhance import/export processes, controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and governance protocols.

• Create exception reporting, validation controls, systemic data feeds, and compliance monitoring metrics.

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, compliance analytics, and exception reporting.

• Collaborate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and external service providers.

• Lead trade compliance projects, system upgrades, and automation initiatives.

• Coordinate with logistics providers, customs brokers, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams.

• Assist in internal and external audits and conduct periodic reviews of trade compliance controls and records.

• Monitor regulatory changes and present risk assessments and recommendations to senior leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Level Degree with 8 years of related work experience, or Master's Level Degree with 6 years of related work experience, or Doctorate (Academic) Degree with 3 years of related work experience.

• Comprehensive understanding of U.S. Customs regulations, tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and import documentation.

• Solid grasp of ECCN classification, EAR requirements, and restricted party screening.

• Demonstrated experience in responding to customs audits and regulatory inquiries.

• Strong project management capabilities and cross-functional leadership skills.

• Experience within the semiconductor, electronics, advanced manufacturing, or other technology sectors.

• Familiarity with SAP GTS, SAP, ACE reporting, or trade management systems.

• Proven experience in developing controls, validations, automation solutions, and exception-based monitoring.

• Advanced skills in Power BI dashboard development and data visualization.

• Proficient Excel skills, including Power Query, Pivot Tables, and XLOOKUP.

• Ability to analyze extensive datasets and translate insights into actionable business strategies.

• Experience supporting workflow automation and digital transformation initiatives.

• LCB, CCS, CES, or similar certification is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and various voluntary benefits.

• 401(K) plan with company matching.

• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP).

• Assistance with student debt.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Opportunities for development and career growth.

• Financial planning benefits.

• Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program (EAP).

• Paid time off.

• Paid company holidays.

• Family care and bonding leave.