Senior Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist

Canon Careers • Melville, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is seeking a Senior Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist (Sr Specialist, Logistics) in Melville, New York. The role serves as a subject matter resource, advising on difficult issues in its area of expertise, developing effective solutions, and assisting with policies and procedures. The specialist works independently, interacts with peer-level employees across Canon, may contribute to annual functional objectives, and may mentor less experienced professional staff. The position typically reports to a Senior Manager or Director.

This is a full-time hybrid position. Employees are required to work in the office Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with the option to work from home on the remaining days, unless business needs require additional office attendance. Schedules and office requirements may change based on business needs. The role may involve up to 10% nationwide travel annually.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Licensed Customs Broker.
• Customs and trade compliance experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience using Microsoft desktop applications, including Excel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous management or supervision experience.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage tariffs, including Section 301, reciprocal tariffs, and other announced tariffs.
• Support C-TPAT trade compliance, including import compliance and C-TPAT security.
• Perform daily export compliance activities and auditing activities.
• Participate in drawback and Foreign Trade Zone activities.
• Communicate with internal and external parties, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and customs brokers.
• Handle administrative functions, including meetings and presentations.
• Provide advice on difficult issues within the area of expertise and develop effective solutions.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures.
• Interact with peer-level employees across Canon and potentially mentor less experienced professional staff.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Discretionary profit sharing.
• Discretionary success sharing.
• Educational assistance.
• Recognition programs.
• Vacation.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Employee discounts.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Casual attire option through the “Dress for Your Day” program.
• Canon welcome kit and company merchandise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior