HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW

The Senior Import/Export Specialist is responsible for overseeing import and export compliance across U.S., Canada, and Mexico operations in accordance with applicable trade regulations including CBP, EAR, OFAC, and CBSA

This is an in-office position based near Santa Fe Springs, CA.

EXPECTATIONS

• Ensure import and export activities comply with CBP, EAR, OFAC, and CBSA regulations and established SOPs
• Perform HTS, ECCN, and country of origin classifications and maintain trade data within SAP
• Conduct denied party screening and due diligence for export control and sanctions compliance
• Validate USMCA/FTA eligibility including tariff shift, RVC, and wholly obtained criteria
• Manage entry amendments for the U.S. and Canada through approved customs brokers
• Prepare and review import and export documentation including invoices, certificates of origin, and declarations
• Provide regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders, customers, and vendors
• Monitor changes in trade regulations and assess operational impacts
• Generate reports on compliance performance, risk areas, trends, and metrics
• Calculate landed costs including duties, taxes, freight, and ancillary charges

ESSENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree required
• 4-7 years of experience in import/export administration
• Strong knowledge of HTS, ECCN, and country of origin classification
• Strong understanding of CBP, CBSA, EAR, ITAR, and OFAC regulations
• Experience with USMCA/FTA qualification and denied party screening
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite and SAP
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills