Import Compliance Specialist

stratasys•Plymouth, MN

6d•$78,240 - $95,402

About The Position

We are seeking an Import/Export Compliance Specialist to support global trade compliance activities with a primary focus on import operations, customs requirements, and cross-functional coordination. This role will help ensure compliant movement of goods, accurate documentation, and timely support for business-critical projects.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in import compliance, customs documentation, tariff classification, country of origin, valuation, and broker coordination.
Working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations and global trade compliance processes.
Familiarity with the ACE Customs portal, including accessing, reviewing, and using ACE reports to support compliance activities.
Experience managing Duty Drawback filings, including gathering supporting documentation and coordinating submissions.
Ability to review, validate, and maintain accurate trade documentation to support compliant shipments.
Experience partnering with logistics, supply chain, operations, legal, finance, and external customs brokers or freight forwarders.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify compliance risks, resolve documentation issues, and follow through on corrective actions.
Ability to support urgent business needs and project timelines in a fast-moving environment.
Must be ITAR authorized
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Ability to manage through change and to lead change when appropriate
Ability to work well with others

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing, technology, or global supply chain environment.
Familiarity with export compliance, restricted party screening, export classifications, or denied party processes.
Experience working with ERP, trade compliance, or logistics systems.
Customs broker license, trade compliance certification, or related professional training.
Experience with TMS or similar trade management systems
Certification in customs compliance (e.g., CUSECO)
Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping documentation
Working knowledge of customs regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR, HTS, FDA, TSCA)
Experience with ACE System and Reporting
Experience with global freight forwarding and customs brokerage.
Advanced knowledge using Excel and other software for analytics
Experience with Duty Drawback filing

Responsibilities

Manage and support import compliance activities, including shipment documentation, customs entry review, tariff classification support, and broker communication.
Use the ACE Customs portal and ACE reports to monitor, validate, and support import compliance activities.
Manage Duty Drawback filing activities, including documentation collection, data accuracy, broker coordination, and follow-up on submissions.
Ensure import/export records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
Partner with internal teams to resolve shipment holds, documentation discrepancies, and compliance questions.
Support process improvements that strengthen compliance controls and improve speed, accuracy, and visibility.
Provide guidance to business partners on trade compliance requirements and escalate risks when needed.
Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance reviews related to import/export activity.
Must be ITAR compliant.