Job Description

HIGH LEVEL OVERVIEW

The Sr. Trade Compliance Advisor leads client engagements and projects to identify trade compliance risk, recommends solutions to minimize risk, and build solid trade compliance programs.

This is a REMOTE position.

EXPECTATIONS

• Ensure compliance with U.S. government regulatory agencies (CBP, FDA, EPA, USFWS, etc.)
• Conduct audits and risk assessments for clients, providing trade compliance recommendations
• Develop and manage project plans with key milestones and deliverables
• Create import and export compliance training to deliver to key clients and internal teams
• Analyze client information and data to identify opportunities for improvements
• Offer suggestions for process improvement and technology enhancements
• Assist in writing trade compliance processes and manuals to support trade compliance programs
• Build trusted relationship with internal and external partners based on open communication
• Stay up to date on regulations, guidelines, and company requirements
• Ability to work on multiple projects and manage various timelines, effectively prioritizing deliverables
• Provides mentorship and guidance to colleagues

ESSENTIALS

• Licensed Customs Broker strongly preferred. Willing to obtain if not already an LCB.
• 7 years of experience in trade compliance and brokerage, consulting experience a plus
• High school diploma/GED required, degree preferred
• Experience with trade compliance audit and risk assessments, identifying mitigation strategies
• Solid understanding of HTS Classification, Country of Origin, FTA, Valuation methods, and AD/CVD
• Experience with duty remediation strategies; HTS Engineering, Duty Drawback, First Sale, FTA, etc.
• Working knowledge of trusted trade programs like Importer Self-Assessment (ISA) and CTPAT
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; including Excel and Access
• Clear and concise communication with experience presenting to large groups