US Customs Compliance Analyst

FormFactor Inc. • Livermore, CA

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About The Position

The US Customs Compliance Analyst is responsible for leading day‑to‑day U.S. import operations while ensuring full compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements. This role combines hands‑on transaction execution with cross‑functional partnership to support efficient, compliant import flows, and drives continuous improvement by analyzing data, identifying trends or gaps, and implementing recommendations that strengthen compliance performance and overall efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, international business, logistics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive U.S. import operations experience in a customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or in‑house corporate trade compliance environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in U.S. import regulations, including CBP requirements, HTSUS classification, valuation, and country of origin rules.
• Prior experience managing external customs brokers or freight forwarders.
• Proficiency with ACE portal reporting and import filing workflows, as well as experience with ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle or similar) and broker portals.
• Familiarity with CBP enforcement trends, penalties, prior disclosures, audits, and best practices for maintaining a robust import compliance program.
• Experience with Partner Government Agencies (e.g., TSCA, FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT), including understanding of permit, license, and documentation requirements.
• Understanding of recordkeeping requirements and retention practices for import documentation.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and strong proficiency in other MS Office applications for reporting and analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Clear, confident communicator with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical guidance for non‑experts.

Nice To Haves

• Active U.S. Customs Broker License and/or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) credential.
• Familiarity with duty drawback and a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute daily U.S. import operations, including transmission and review of entries and customs clearance activities for assigned business units.
• Perform or review HTSUS classification, valuation, country of origin determination, and free trade or special program eligibility for imported materials and finished goods.
• Review and validate import documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, entry summaries, PGA filings, licenses, and permits) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate closely with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to resolve holds, exams, delivery issues, and documentation discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Conduct periodic audits of import transactions, broker performance, and records to verify compliance with customs regulations and internal policies.
• Monitor and interpret changes to U.S. import regulations (e.g., HTSUS updates, Section 301/232 tariffs, PGA rules), and update SOPs, work instructions, and training materials accordingly.
• Analyze import operations KPIs (cycle time, holds, exams, entry error rates, duty spend) and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance and efficiency.
• Support trade compliance projects such as system implementations, broker transitions, classification harmonization, or duty optimization initiatives.
• Maintain import records and documentation in accordance with CBP recordkeeping requirements and company policies.
• Serve as an internal subject‑matter resource on U.S. import requirements for Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Benefits

• We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off.
• You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

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