Senior Trade Compliance Analyst (North America)

Morgan Street Holdings•Chicago, IL

1d•$100,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Trade Compliance Specialist (North America) is responsible for managing day to day operations & activities to ensure our products that flow across international borders are compliant with Customs regulatory requirements for the United States & Canada and established internal policies and procedures. The scope of work includes determining product classifications & valuation, maintaining IML (Item Master Lists), post-entry audits, annual CTPAT & PIP self-assessments, and staying up to date with the ever-changing landscape of trade regulations, tariffs, and sanctions imposed by various countries. If you have a passion for the detail and are a functional expert in the areas of HTS classification, customs valuation and country of origin validation, then this opportunity is for you!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 8+ years of work experience at a Shipper/Importer, Customs Broker or Legal firm working with customs &/or trade compliance functions; specifically, HTS Classification, Valuation, Country of Origin & Marking, Audit, CTPAT / PIP, engagement with CBP &/or CBSA
Solid knowledge of the principles of international trade and transportation logistics – the operations of product movement and intersection with compliance & risk management
Working knowledge of INCOTERMS
Experience working with Excel and standard Microsoft Office programs.
Solid Experience with ACE portal reporting and related compliance tools
Analytical skills with acute attention to detail required
Effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Self-starter, adaptable and can work independently and in a team environment
Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately
Able to work well under pressure with time-constraints
Possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Customs Broker License or other industry Compliance Certifications are a plus
Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (USMCA is a plus).
Experience with Excel advanced skills including V-lookup, PIVOT tables or BI tools is a plus.
Experience with utilizing GTM (Global Trade Management) software is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day management of import and export shipments by providing frontline support for daily customs compliance operations, resolving issues, and ensure on time customs clearance of products
Support trade & product development activities, including restricted party screening, country of origin verification, and valuation compliance.
Ensure our import and export Standard Operating Procedures manual is current & up to date
Maintain compliant recordkeeping as outlined within company procedures
Classify goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN). Ensure proper classification and origin determination for imported and exported goods, including non-commercial goods. Maintain HTS and Schedule B product code databases
Monitor global regulatory changes (e.g., new OFAC sanctions or updated EU Export Controls) and update internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) accordingly.
Support leadership with the strategic & operational relationship management of our 3PL Customs Broker partners. Act as the primary point of contact for customs request for information or import process delays.
Compliance team Project Lead for our annual self-audit & reporting requirements to maintain our membership in C-TPAT, Customs Compliance & PIP trusted trader programs
Conduct daily & weekly audits of import/export records. Ensure findings are shared and key learnings implemented to resolve lapses in process with our customs brokers, partners or internal staff.
Maintain Key compliance operational metrics & strategic (KPIs) for reporting to leadership.