Senior Import Consultant

Tradewin•Romulus, MI

About The Position

Tradewin is an international trade compliance consulting firm that helps companies comply with import and export laws and regulations while minimizing duty payments where possible. Its services include HTS classification, duty drawback, reconciliation, compliance assessments, duty recovery, and C-TPAT and supply chain security implementation. The Senior Import Consultant works in a fast-paced, professional, and dynamic environment. The role researches and applies U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Partner Government Agency requirements, audits import entries and supporting documents, evaluates importer compliance, and develops analyses and recommendations for clients. The consultant manages concurrent projects and deadlines, maintains project and billable-time records, and contributes to effective compliance practices and departmental improvement. The position requires clear communication with internal and external stakeholders and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Travel of up to 25% may be required as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of progressive experience in import compliance, customs consulting, or a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex regulatory matters clearly and professionally.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and applicable Partner Government Agency requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to travel up to 25%, as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Active U.S. Customs Broker license preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Access or comparable database tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally with internal stakeholders, clients, government agencies, and other external parties.
Research, interpret, and apply U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Partner Government Agency regulations.
Prepare well-supported analyses, opinion letters, compliance memoranda, and client recommendations.
Audit import entries and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Evaluate importer compliance with U.S. Customs laws and regulations, identify risks and gaps, and recommend corrective actions.
Manage multiple concurrent consulting projects, priorities, deliverables, and deadlines.
Maintain accurate and timely daily records of project activities and billable time.
Contribute to departmental process improvements, knowledge sharing, and the development of effective compliance practices.
Work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.