Senior Global Trade Specialist

Idexx • Westbrook, ID

4d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

As a Senior Global Trade Specialist, you will support IDEXX’s global trade and compliance operations through ownership of tariff strategy, customs compliance activities, and trade finance coordination across the U.S. and Canada. This role is fully remote, with preference for candidates able to support standard East Coast business hours. The Global Trade and Operations team plays a critical role in ensuring IDEXX products move efficiently and compliantly through global markets while supporting operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and business growth across our worldwide distribution network. This role directly impacts IDEXX’s ability to navigate an evolving global trade environment while minimizing risk, maintaining compliance, and identifying cost-saving opportunities across international operations. You will have the opportunity to build and enhance global trade programs, support a diverse and complex product portfolio, and partner with cross-functional teams across Procurement, Treasury, Distribution, and international business groups. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex trade and tariff challenges, influencing business decisions, and working with a collaborative, smart, and highly supportive team that values innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience supporting import/export regulatory compliance activities (required).
• Hands-on experience managing import/export operations within the United States (required).
• Working knowledge of U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations (required).
• Working knowledge of customs law, tariff strategy, and trade finance principles (required).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex trade, financial, and regulatory information into clear and actionable insights (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, educate, and collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple business functions (required).
• Experience building relationships and working cross-functionally with stakeholders such as Procurement, Treasury, Distribution, Finance, and external customs brokers (required).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience using pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis functions (required).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to reprioritize effectively in a fast-paced and evolving regulatory environment (required).
• Strong attention to detail and experience maintaining compliance and accurate records across multiple workstreams (required).
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities independently while driving projects and compliance activities forward with minimal direction (required).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Licensed Customs Broker (CBL) (preferred).
• Experience supporting import/export processes within Canada (preferred).
• Knowledge of HTSUS classification and country-of-origin audit requirements (preferred).
• Experience reviewing contracts for trade compliance risks and requirements (preferred).
• Experience working within SAP or similar ERP platforms (preferred).
• Experience improving and automating processes using digital tools, reporting solutions, or AI-enabled technologies (preferred).
• An in-depth understanding of U.S. and international trade laws and global trade compliance best practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead tariff strategy activities, monitor changing global trade policies, and assess potential business impacts across IDEXX operations.
• Manage import/export audit filings in partnership with customs brokers to support compliance with U.S. and Canadian trade regulations.
• Monitor tariff landscapes and proactively communicate regulatory updates, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders across the business.
• Own tariff refund processes and support the accurate and timely recovery of duties and trade-related expenses.
• Administer and maintain free trade agreement programs and supporting documentation.
• Maintain compliant trade records in alignment with global trade regulations and internal policies.
• Support intercompany trade finance activities, including pricing alignment and trade-related financial coordination.
• Maintain accurate product pricing information related to customs, tariffs, and trade activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Treasury, Distribution, customs brokers, and international colleagues to support efficient global operations.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and help translate complex trade and regulatory information into clear, actionable guidance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to compliance processes, reporting, automation opportunities, and operational efficiency.
• Help identify opportunities to improve trade workflows using digital tools, automation, and process enhancements using automation.

Benefits

• Base salary: $110000 - 140000 annually (with flexibility dependent on skillset and experience)
• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One
• 5% matching 401k
• Financial support
• Pet insurance
• Mental health resources
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee stock program
• Foundation donation matching

What This Job Offers

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