Customs Clearance Specialist

Gotion, Inc.•Manteno, IL

6d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Customs Clearance & Trade Compliance Specialist supports the company’s international trade operations by managing customs documentation, coordinating entry filings with customs brokers, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations. This role focuses on the regulatory and documentation aspects of import and export transactions, working closely with the internal Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations team to ensure accurate customs filings and proper documentation for goods entering and exiting the FTZ. Transportation and freight movement are managed by the logistics team. This position ensures shipments are customs compliant and properly documented for entry and FTZ admission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
3–7 years of experience in customs compliance, import/export operations, or international trade compliance.
Experience working with customs brokers and supporting customs entry documentation required.
Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and import documentation requirements.
Familiarity with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) or customs documentation platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and documentation management systems.
Strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Analytical mindset with strong documentation and reporting capabilities

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting manufacturing environments, high-volume imports, or Foreign Trade Zone operations is strongly preferred.
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) – preferred but not required
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)
Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP)

Responsibilities

Coordinate customs entry filings with external customs brokers.
Review and validate import documentation prior to submission to CBP.
Ensure accuracy of commercial invoices, packing lists, and entry documentation.
Monitor entry status and resolve documentation issues impacting customs clearance.
Coordinate documentation required for in-bond movements and customs entry filings.
Classify products using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
Validate tariff classification, country of origin declarations, and customs valuation.
Maintain customs documentation and entry records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Monitor regulatory updates impacting imports, exports, and customs compliance.
Support FTZ operations by ensuring import documentation supports accurate FTZ admissions.
Coordinate with FTZ specialists to ensure customs entries align with FTZ inventory records.
Assist in validating documentation required for FTZ admissions, withdrawals, and zone transfers.
Support compliance reviews related to FTZ-related customs transactions.
Prepare and review import and export documentation including: Commercial invoices Packing lists Certificates of origin Bills of lading and airway bills Import declarations and supporting customs documentation
Maintain organized customs entry records to support internal reviews, CBP audits, and regulatory compliance.
Partner with internal teams including supply chain, procurement, finance, and operations to ensure trade compliance requirements are met.
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs documentation requirements and regulatory procedures.
Support internal audits and government compliance reviews when required.
Identify opportunities to improve customs documentation workflows and clearance efficiency.
Assist in developing and implementing internal trade compliance procedures.
Support ERP or compliance system updates related to international trade transactions.