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Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of higher-level management, this position is part of the management team ensuring oversight of trade compliance, customs business, tariff cost recovery, and documented policies and procedures. This position exercises independent judgment and operates within established corporate guidelines.
- Participate in corporate decision-making process that protects the company through overseeing trade compliance, and documented policies and procedures.
- Support management of broker partnerships and broker performance.
- Self-motivated to see areas for improvement within the compliance group and assist in projects.
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills to support day-to-day communication within the internal team, customers, brokers, and other stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead and support a team of trade compliance specialists in the following import and export related tasks:
- Tariff tracking management and tariff recovery
- Monitor and support post-entry activities (PSC, Protest, etc.) for Astemo sites, especially due to tariff regulation changes.
- Supporting Astemo Americas sites to ensure the latest trade policies are followed, the best import method is followed, while maintaining high regulatory compliance.
- Support oversight for Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and Schedule B, requiring excellent problem-solving skills, methodical thinking, and teamwork with other company departments. As needed, supporting sites by completing, editing, or reviewing classifications.
- Assist sites with broker management and executing company standard procedures.
- Monitor and apply duty savings protocol.
- Assist with other projects, as needed.
- As necessary to support sites, be capable of utilizing the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) for export control and be able to assign appropriate ECCNs for export compliance.
- Support and ensure company pre-export screening procedures are executed.
- Support Prohibited parties screening activities as needed.
FTA/COO/PGA/Etc.
- Support Trade Compliance staff, as needed, with other government agency requirements EPA, NHTSA, FCC, FDA, FAA, etc.
- Support Trade Compliance staff with country-of-origin analysis (19CFR 134) and COO marking (19CFR 102) as required.
- Be a resource for knowledge of trade agreements and other reporting programs (USMCA, KORUS, AALA, CAFE, Manufacturers Affidavit, etc.).
Recordkeeping / Training / Etc.
- Support periodic recordkeeping audits
- Ensure import/export document retention per company policy.
- Utilize Incoterms and provide guidance to employees for proper use.
- Continuous education - Internal and external training seminars for position
- Provide continuing education for employees.
- Complete annual internal audits
- Support the annual updates of the Import and Export Manuals according to new regulations and/or company procedures.
- General staff support
Qualifications:
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Automated Commercial Environment (ACE Customs portal)
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project
- High level of customer interface experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
- Well organized, detail oriented
Education: Possess 4-year college degree, Customs Broker License strongly preferred
Experience: 5 years of industry experience
Supervisory Responsibilities: n/a
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required as needed.
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of higher-level management, this position is part of the management team ensuring oversight of trade compliance, customs business, tariff cost recovery, and documented policies and procedures. This position exercises independent judgment and operates within established corporate guidelines.
- Participate in corporate decision-making process that protects the company through overseeing trade compliance, and documented policies and procedures.
- Support management of broker partnerships and broker performance.
- Self-motivated to see areas for improvement within the compliance group and assist in projects.
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills to support day-to-day communication within the internal team, customers, brokers, and other stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead and support a team of trade compliance specialists in the following import and export related tasks:
- Tariff tracking management and tariff recovery
- Monitor and support post-entry activities (PSC, Protest, etc.) for Astemo sites, especially due to tariff regulation changes.
- Supporting Astemo Americas sites to ensure the latest trade policies are followed, the best import method is followed, while maintaining high regulatory compliance.
- Support oversight for Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and Schedule B, requiring excellent problem-solving skills, methodical thinking, and teamwork with other company departments. As needed, supporting sites by completing, editing, or reviewing classifications.
- Assist sites with broker management and executing company standard procedures.
- Monitor and apply duty savings protocol.
- Assist with other projects, as needed.
- As necessary to support sites, be capable of utilizing the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) for export control and be able to assign appropriate ECCNs for export compliance.
- Support and ensure company pre-export screening procedures are executed.
- Support Prohibited parties screening activities as needed.
FTA/COO/PGA/Etc.
- Support Trade Compliance staff, as needed, with other government agency requirements EPA, NHTSA, FCC, FDA, FAA, etc.
- Support Trade Compliance staff with country-of-origin analysis (19CFR 134) and COO marking (19CFR 102) as required.
- Be a resource for knowledge of trade agreements and other reporting programs (USMCA, KORUS, AALA, CAFE, Manufacturers Affidavit, etc.).
Recordkeeping / Training / Etc.
- Support periodic recordkeeping audits
- Ensure import/export document retention per company policy.
- Utilize Incoterms and provide guidance to employees for proper use.
- Continuous education - Internal and external training seminars for position
- Provide continuing education for employees.
- Complete annual internal audits
- Support the annual updates of the Import and Export Manuals according to new regulations and/or company procedures.
- General staff support
Qualifications:
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Automated Commercial Environment (ACE Customs portal)
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project
- High level of customer interface experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
- Well organized, detail oriented
Education: Possess 4-year college degree, Customs Broker License strongly preferred
Experience: 5 years of industry experience
Supervisory Responsibilities: n/a
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required as needed.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Manufacturing
- Sports & Recreation
- Retail
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trade compliance specialist jobs.
- Knowledge of EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and CBP import and export regulations
- Experience classifying goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or USML
- Proficiency with trade compliance management software and denied-party screening tools
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, international business, law, or a related field
- Certified Customs Specialist or Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer credential preferred
- Experience managing customs broker relationships and reviewing entry documentation
Tips for Your Trade Compliance Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume for classification work
Highlight specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule or Export Control Classification Number experience by commodity type. Recruiters scan for HTS, ECCN, or USML familiarity, so name the classification systems you have worked in rather than describing compliance broadly.
List every regulatory regime you know
EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and CBP regulations each signal different specializations to hiring managers. Spell them out in a dedicated skills or certifications section so your resume surfaces in filtered searches for roles that need a specific regulatory background.
Pursue a CCS or CUSECO certification early
The Certified Customs Specialist and Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer credentials move your application past initial screens at mid-size and enterprise employers. Candidates without them compete mainly on experience volume, which is harder to demonstrate at earlier career stages.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trade compliance specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by commodity or license type
Defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and pharmaceutical distributors each hire for different compliance priorities. Aligning your application to the specific export license types or import programs a company uses shows you understand their regulatory exposure before the first interview.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers test how you handle a denied-party screening hit, a misclassified shipment, or a broker discrepancy in real time. Walk through your reasoning out loud in practice, naming the specific regulation, the internal escalation path, and the corrective documentation you would produce.
Trade Compliance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trade compliance specialists?
The companies hiring the most trade compliance specialists right now include L3Harris, Expeditors, and Garmin, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, large manufacturers, and global logistics companies consistently post the highest volumes of trade compliance roles.
How many trade compliance specialist jobs are remote?
About 74% of trade compliance specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more common in export controls advisory and sanctions screening than in import operations roles that require hands-on coordination with customs brokers or distribution facilities.
How do you become a trade compliance specialist?
Start with a degree in supply chain management, international business, finance, or a related field. Build foundational knowledge of EAR, ITAR, and CBP regulations through coursework or on-the-job exposure in a logistics, procurement, or legal operations role. Earning a Certified Customs Specialist or similar credential sharpens your classification skills and signals readiness to employers. Entry-level roles in import coordination, freight brokerage, or regulatory affairs offer practical starting points.
Can you get hired as a trade compliance specialist with little experience?
Yes, employers do hire candidates with limited direct experience when they demonstrate regulatory knowledge and attention to detail. Internships in supply chain or export operations, familiarity with denied-party screening tools, and passing a foundational customs or export compliance exam all compensate for a short work history. Smaller importers and third-party logistics providers tend to offer more entry-level pathways than large defense contractors or multinationals with strict experience minimums.
What does the trade compliance specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds starting with an HR phone screen focused on regulatory background and industry familiarity. A hiring manager interview follows, typically combining behavioral questions about past compliance issues you resolved and scenario questions on classification disputes or audit responses. Some employers add a written exercise asking you to classify a sample product or draft a brief compliance procedure, so practice explaining your HTS or ECCN reasoning out loud before you go in.
Where can I find and apply to trade compliance specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to trade compliance specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your regulatory background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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