About the Role
The Trade Compliance Specialist supports the company’s business operations, domestically and internationally, by developing and executing import/export processes. This role provides international trade compliance support for trade preference programs, admissibility, and analysis of trade-related issues. The specialist will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and global suppliers to ensure compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Complete and submit customs documents for sea and air shipments originating outside the U.S.
- Determine appropriate HTS, ECCN, and Country of Origin for parts/products
- Process and ensure timely submission of Importer Security Filings (ISF) to U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP)
- Interface with customs brokers, CBP, and Partner Government Agencies (PGAs)
- Coordinate with Procurement for timely notification of all inbound international shipments
- Maintain recordkeeping in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements
- Review USMCA Certificates of Origin and communicate findings for compliance
- Qualify goods for Free Trade Agreements
- Perform duty and tax payments on imports in the U.S. and Canada as needed
- Assist in the development and maintenance of compliance manuals, procedures, and work instructions
- Assist with the preparation of monthly KPI metric reporting
- Create and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) with TMHNA customs brokers
- Provide support to internal customers on import/export requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in international trade compliance (import/export/sanctions)
- Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (import)
- Knowledge of U.S. export regulations
- Demonstrated experience classifying merchandise using the HTS/Schedule B classification
- Demonstrated experience calculating the customs value of goods for import and export
- Experience with making country of origin determinations
- Knowledgeable with Free Trade Agreements
- Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)
- Capable of working independently and being a self-starter
- Ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals to address complex issues
- Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of integrity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Flexible
- Impeccable integrity
- Good judgment
Skills
- Trade compliance software
- AS400
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- SAP or equivalent ERP systems
Location
- Greene, NY
- East Syracuse, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 1+ years
Education Level
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply Chain, or Intl. Studies)
Salary/Compensations
- $73,840 - $106,845 per year
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Affordable Medical plans
- No-cost Dental & Vision options
- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
- Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
- Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
- Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
- Best in class work culture
- Relocation assistance may be available
About the Company
- Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA) is the industry leader in forklift sales, comprising Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation.
- TMHNA believes investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel future success.
- TMHNA is driven by foundational principles of 'respect for people' and 'continuous improvement'.
- TMHNA offers opportunities across North America for fulfilling careers.
