Trade Compliance Specialist

Kearfott Corporation • Black Mountain, NC

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About The Position

The Trade Compliance Specialist role involves executing daily compliance
activities related to international trade at the Kearfott North Carolina
facility.  This role supports export/import operations, licensing activities,
investigations, and training initiatives while partnering cross-functionally to
maintain compliance and support international business growth. Ideal candidates
will have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years' experience or 4 years
with a graduate degree in support of international trade programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, Law, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in trade compliance, import/export regulations, or a related field in the USA and Mexico.
• Strong understanding of U.S. export regulations including ITAR, EAR, FTR, OFAC, and customs regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and training abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage complex regulatory processes.
• Industry certifications such as Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) are a plus.
• Must be US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industries.
• Experience working with trade compliance software and ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily activities to support compliance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Manage export license applications, collaborating with the global trade team and internal/external parties for review and approval.
• Review shipment documentation for compliance with ITAR, EAR, and Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) requirements including export authorizations, HTS/ECCN classification, country of origin, and valuation.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Support training initiatives on export compliance to ensure a knowledgeable and educated workforce.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, legal, and sales teams to ensure smooth international transactions while mitigating risks.
• Maintain records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off

What This Job Offers

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