Customs Compliance Specialist

Aston Carter•Newark, NJ

3d•$25 - $30•Remote

About The Position

The Customs Compliance Classification Specialist will support customs-related administrative work, audits, and post-entry activities. The role ensures import-export classification activities for PNA and its business units comply with applicable policies, procedures, and government regulations. This position is supported by PEXNA Logistics and the PNA Customs Compliance Manager. Certification Preference: CCS or Customs Broker License (not required) Candidates should have a strong working knowledge and direct experience in import/export activities and Customhouse brokerage. A practical understanding of CBP compliance best practices and regulations is essential. Candidates must be detail-oriented, capable of independent decision-making, and able to troubleshoot complex issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI) is required. Education: Undergraduate degree in supply chain logistics/distribution, finance, accounting, international business, or a related field, or a minimum of 6 years of practical experience in customs and international trade.

Requirements

strong working knowledge and direct experience in import/export activities and Customhouse brokerage
practical understanding of CBP compliance best practices and regulations
detail-oriented
capable of independent decision-making
able to troubleshoot complex issues
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
Undergraduate degree in supply chain logistics/distribution, finance, accounting, international business, or a related field, or a minimum of 6 years of practical experience in customs and international trade.

Nice To Haves

CCS or Customs Broker License (not required)

Responsibilities

Assign Harmonized Tariff Numbers, Schedule Bs, ECCNs, and other data requirements for products.
Monitor and evaluate changes in tariff/duty programs (HTS, Schedule B, ECCN, CVD/ADD, Section 301/232).
Coordinate qualification of goods and manage SPI-related certificates and entry audits.
Support post-entry activities including Post Summary Corrections, Protests, Prior Disclosures, and Voluntary Tenders.
Maintain product dictionary and ensure accurate descriptions, classifications, country of origin, ECCNs, and FTA indicators.
Execute audits related to imports, exports, classification, and FTAs.
Monitor export control activity and manage licenses/permits.
Support processes related to drawback or other duty/tax claims.
May assist with CTPAT or other trade compliance functions.