Trade Compliance Specialist - The Toro Company

The Toro Company•Bloomington, MN

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Toro Company, with roots dating back to 1914, is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment. This role supports Toro’s U.S. import and export operations by executing and continuously improving trade compliance processes. The Trade Compliance Specialist serves as a key operational and compliance resource, working cross-functionally to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant movement of goods while mitigating regulatory and financial risk. This position operates with increased autonomy and responsibility compared to entry-level roles.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
3+ years of demonstrated experience in import/export operations or international trade compliance
Minimum of 3+ years in import/export operations
Ability and skill with multitasking in a fast paced and constantly changing regulatory environment
Proven ability to analyze situations and take effective and accurate actions
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage large workload while prioritizing and organizing tasks
Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing company is a plus
SAP experience is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in international business, business administration, or similar preferred
Knowledge of U.S. and partner government agency (PGA) requirements preferred
Experience with trade compliance such as Oracle GTM, E2Open or similar systems preferred

Responsibilities

Manage daily import operations including responding to inquiries, resolving entry issues, validating data accuracy, and ensuring timely customs clearance.
Serve as primary operational point of contact for broker escalations and performance issues.
Monitor and manage customs broker performance and relationships through monthly scorecards and regular business reviews.
Oversee broker performance, compliance, and adherence to SOPs.
Perform audits of U.S. customs entries to identify errors, plan for revisions, and coordinate corrective actions with brokers and internal stakeholders.
Actively maintain import entry and trade data repositories, ensuring information is updated in a timely and accurate manner and is readily available for reporting and analysis.
Audit, process, log, and assign appropriate Toro account numbers to customs broker invoices; support accurate allocation of duties, taxes, and fees to appropriate cost centers.
Administer and maintain the trade compliance recordkeeping program, ensuring required documentation is complete, accurate, readily accessible, and retained in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
Create, maintain, and update documented procedures supporting U.S. import/export operations; identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Educate and support internal customers on U.S. import/export requirements, broker processes, and data accuracy expectations.