Senior Trade Compliance Analyst (Hybrid)

Lakeshore Learning Materials • Carson, CA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will drive compliance initiatives for our varied product lines and navigate the complexities of international regulations, classifications and global operations. The position requires close collaboration with in-house experts, customs brokers and internal departments to ensure visibility, accountability and efficient processes. Applicants should have extensive experience with the ACE system. The ideal candidate also possesses a strong sense of urgency, the ability to strategize solutions under deadline pressure, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A day on the job looks like this: Classifying and identifying goods using the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and related regulatory standards while staying current on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) updates, proposed changes and regulatory notices Owning and supporting cross-functional projects with minimal guidance, partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities, implement solutions, support process optimization and appropriately escalate complex issues Acting as the primary point of contact for internal teams, managing shipment statuses and documentation for specialized monitoring, reporting or compliance needs Conducting thorough audits of customs entry declarations and maintain an ongoing percentage of required audits to ensure compliance and drive process improvement Supporting the development, administration and enforcement of policies and procedures that strengthen compliance levels for both imports and exports Updating HTS classifications as changes are implemented by the CBP and as rulings are issued for imported products Preparing and analyzing trade compliance data and creating reports to track key performance indicators, supporting data-driven decision-making Identifying and resolving customs clearance delays and compliance issues by working directly with customs brokers and relevant internal teams to ensure smooth processing Managing and maintaining recordkeeping for customs entry declaration, U.S. Antidumping and Countervailing Duties and other government agency requirements Monitoring and ensuring compliance with export controls, economic sanctions and country-specific import/export requirements for exported product

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of import/export experience working for an import broker or a medium to large corporation
• 4+ years of experience in the field
• 2+ years of experience working in a similar position minimum
• 1+ year of experience managing people/projects minimum
• Broad import/export knowledge, including a deep understanding of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classifications, import duties, tariff engineering, ADD/CVD regulations, PGA requirements, plus export controls and economic sanctions
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
• Strategic thinker with superb analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with excellent project management and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate across all areas of the business
• Sound judgment in routine, day-to-day decision-making with limited support from a manager
• Ability to assess problems from multiple angles and evaluate the potential implications of different solutions
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to provide concise updates tailored to the audience
• Active listening skills with the ability to respond openly and adjust content and delivery as needed
• Ability to work productively with individuals from diverse perspectives and backgrounds, supporting a “One Lakeshore” approach
• Consistent delivery of results under limited guidance with strong ownership of assigned work
• Determination in overcoming obstacles and setbacks
• Willingness to learn from mistakes and adapt while taking initiative to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills
• Ability to learn quickly when facing new situations and continuously seek improvement

Nice To Haves

• U.S. Customs Broker License is a plus

Responsibilities

• Classifying and identifying goods using the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and related regulatory standards while staying current on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) updates, proposed changes and regulatory notices
• Owning and supporting cross-functional projects with minimal guidance, partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities, implement solutions, support process optimization and appropriately escalate complex issues
• Acting as the primary point of contact for internal teams, managing shipment statuses and documentation for specialized monitoring, reporting or compliance needs
• Conducting thorough audits of customs entry declarations and maintain an ongoing percentage of required audits to ensure compliance and drive process improvement
• Supporting the development, administration and enforcement of policies and procedures that strengthen compliance levels for both imports and exports
• Updating HTS classifications as changes are implemented by the CBP and as rulings are issued for imported products
• Preparing and analyzing trade compliance data and creating reports to track key performance indicators, supporting data-driven decision-making
• Identifying and resolving customs clearance delays and compliance issues by working directly with customs brokers and relevant internal teams to ensure smooth processing
• Managing and maintaining recordkeeping for customs entry declaration, U.S. Antidumping and Countervailing Duties and other government agency requirements
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with export controls, economic sanctions and country-specific import/export requirements for exported product

Benefits

• Bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

What This Job Offers

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