Trade Compliance Specialist

ALTA Performance Materials•Grandview, OH

About The Position

ALTA Performance Materials is the global leader in a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. ALTA Performance Materials are used in several global markets: including building materials; corrosion-resistant fibre reinforced plastic; recreation; transportation; and wind energy. The business has operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe, Brazil, India and China. For decades, we've set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we're writing the next chapter—an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio of premium brands and a culture built on trust, proactivity and partnership, we’re shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what’s next. We are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support day-to-day import, export, and customs compliance activities for our U.S. operations. This is a hands-on, tactical role responsible for executing trade compliance processes, coordinating closely with customs brokers and freight forwarders, and supporting internal and customer-facing trade documentation needs. This role works closely with members of a global trade compliance team. This role requires a solid working knowledge of U.S. trade compliance fundamentals, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage transactions through resolution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in trade compliance, customs, logistics, or import/export operations.
Experience working directly with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
Working knowledge of U.S. import/export processes and customs documentation.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple transactions and priorities.
Strong communication skills and a customer-service-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HS classification, country of origin determinations, and EEI/ACE filings.
Exposure to export controls (EAR/EAR99) and restricted party screening.
Familiarity with SAP GTS, SAP ERP, or other global trade management systems.
Experience in manufacturing, chemicals, composites, or other regulated industries.
Exposure to international shipments or global trade environments.

Responsibilities

Execute daily import and export compliance activities under the guidance of Global Trade Compliance Leadership.
Support import and export transactions including documentation review, shipment clearance support, and issue resolution.
Perform HS classification and country of origin determinations using established guidance and internal standards.
Support basic ECCN/EAR99 assessments and export control screening activities.
Review broker-prepared EEI/ACE filings and customs entries for accuracy and completeness.
Support and manage duty drawback activities, including coordination with brokers, data collection, and documentation to support drawback claims.
Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for customs brokers and freight forwarders on transactional issues.
Coordinate with brokers to resolve shipment holds, documentation discrepancies, CF28/CF29 requests, and customs inquiries.
Track broker requests, responses, and timelines to ensure timely shipment clearance.
Escalate complex or high-risk compliance issues to leadership.
Respond to customer and internal requests related to trade documentation and compliance inquiries (e.g., Certificates of Origin, TSCA statements, import/export confirmations).
Partner with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations teams to resolve trade compliance issues impacting shipments or customers.
Collaborate with global trade compliance colleagues to ensure alignment, consistency, and knowledge sharing across regions.
Provide clear, timely communication to internal stakeholders regarding shipment status and compliance requirements.
Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready records for import/export transactions and broker filings.
Support internal and external trade compliance audits, including document collection and transaction sampling.
Assist with continuous improvement of trade compliance processes, templates, and tracking tools.
Enter, maintain, and validate trade compliance data in SAP GTS, broker portals, and internal trackers.
Support data accuracy related to classifications, country of origin, and compliance documentation.
Assist with system updates, testing, and coordination with IT or external providers as needed.