Import / Export Specialist – Trade Compliance

Smiths Group•Morton Grove, IL

5d•$70,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Onsite | Morton Grove, IL Strong potential for permanent conversion based on performance This is an execution-focused trade compliance role, not a coordination or administrative position. The successful candidate will be directly involved in the day-to-day review, correction, and management of U.S. customs entries, working closely with customs brokers and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

3+ years of recent experience in U.S. import/export compliance or customs brokerage
Hands-on experience reviewing or filing U.S. customs entries
Strong working knowledge of: HTS classification Customs valuation Country of origin rules Post-entry corrections
Experience using ACE; Power BI experience strongly preferred
Ability to work onsite, Monday–Friday, in Morton Grove, IL
Strong attention to detail and accountability for accuracy
This role is not intended for candidates with only academic exposure to trade compliance or those without recent hands-on experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP GTS or similar trade compliance systems
Knowledge of USMCA or other Free Trade Agreements
Background supporting manufacturing or industrial operations
12-month fixed-term, conversion eligible

Responsibilities

Review and audit U.S. customs entries for accuracy related to HTS classification, valuation, and country of origin
Work directly with customs brokers to resolve entry errors, discrepancies, and documentation issues
Identify, document, and drive post-entry corrections related to duties and compliance
Monitor broker performance and support corrective actions as needed
Support clearance activities for goods subject to Section 232 tariffs
Use ACE reporting and Power BI dashboards to track import activity, trends, and compliance risks
Conduct internal audits of broker filings and customs documentation
Partner closely with the existing U.S. compliance team to manage workload and ensure continuity
Provide practical guidance to internal teams on U.S. import/export compliance requirements
This role requires comfort working in the details and managing multiple active issues at once.