Senior Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist

Canon U.S.A., Inc. • Melville, NY

3d • $76,150 - $114,040 • 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 within its functional area, advising on difficult issues, developing creative and effective solutions, and assisting with policies and procedures. The specialist has thorough functional knowledge, works independently, interacts with peer-level employees across Canon, and may provide input into annual objectives and mentor less experienced professional staff. The position typically reports to a Senior Manager or Director.

This is a full-time hybrid position. The regular schedule requires working in the office Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with the option to work from home the other days unless business needs require additional in-office attendance. Schedules and office reporting requirements may change based on business needs. Nationwide travel is up to 10% 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; Excel experience is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to travel nationwide up to 10% annually.

Nice To Haves

• Previous management or supervisory 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 export compliance activities, including daily work and audits.
• 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.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures and provide advice and solutions on difficult functional issues.
• May provide input into annual functional objectives and mentor less experienced professional staff.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Discretionary profit sharing and discretionary success sharing.
• Educational assistance.
• Recognition programs.
• Vacation.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Employee discounts.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Canon welcome kit and official merchandise.
• Dress for Your Day attire program.

What This Job Offers

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