Sr Import/Export Analyst

MKS Instruments•Irvine, CA

3d•$75,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MKS Instruments is seeking a Sr Import/Export Analyst to join the team. The ideal candidate will manage HTS and ECCN classification, qualify goods under FTAs such as USMCA and GSP, and ensure compliance with EAR and ITAR export control requirements. You will respond to CBP inquiries (CF-28/CF-29), conduct import audits for duty recovery opportunities, and oversee ACE portal management and denied party screening. This role works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to align trade compliance processes across the organization. Work Location: This position is ideally based within commuting distance of our Irvine, CA office and follows a hybrid work schedule. We will also consider highly qualified remote candidates whose skills and experience closely align with the requirements of the role.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in export and import operations.
5 years of experience trade compliance or related field
Classifying Harmonized System codes accurately.
Qualifying goods for preferential trade agreements.
Responding to Customs inquiries (CF28, CF29).
Analyzing and auditing import trade data for accuracy and duty recoveries.
Eligible to work in the United States.
Applicants for positions requiring access to controlled goods and technologies subject to ITAR or EAR may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

Nice To Haves

Customs Brokers License a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with import and export related operational tasks and special projects as needed.
Manage global Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, export license management.
Work with engineering and other key stakeholders to understand technical requirements to assure appropriate HTS classifications.
Review product documents, diagrams and specs for HTS and preferential trade qualifications (USMCA, KORUS, ILFTA, etc.).
Respond to requests for trade compliance support and information. Including requests from Customs or other partnership agencies.
Provide data analysis to improve the integrity and efficiency of MKS global trade compliance program. Including analyzing and auditing trade data to accuracy and potential duty recoveries.
Ensure global compliance programs support MKS global trade compliance policies.
Manage HTS and ECCN classification.
Qualify goods under FTAs such as USMCA and GSP.
Ensure compliance with EAR and ITAR export control requirements.
Respond to CBP inquiries (CF-28/CF-29).
Conduct import audits for duty recovery opportunities.
Oversee ACE portal management and denied party screening.
Works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to align trade compliance processes across the organization.