Import Compliance Analyst/Senior Analyst

Gateway RecruitingWashington, DC

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Job Description

Overview:This role is seeking an Import Compliance Analyst to support our East Coast and West Coast –aligned supply chain and manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on U.S. Customs compliance, HTS classification, First-Sale, tariff strategy, and FTA qualification.

Ideal Locations: Washington, DC | Santa Clara, CA | Dallas, TX | or Saxonburg, PA

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform accurate HTS classifications for components, optics, photonics systems, and finished goods
Validate country-of-origin, valuation, and duty calculations for imports
Support First-Sale for Export implementation and documentation
Analyze tariff impacts and identify duty-savings opportunities
Manage and validate FTA supplier qualifications
Audit Customs entries and ensure broker accuracy and PGA compliance
Conduct restricted-party screenings for import transactions
Maintain accurate classification, COO, and trade data in internal systems
Partner with East Coast engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and logistics teams to gather technical details
Support continuous improvement of import compliance processes, SOPs, and workflows
Respond to internal stakeholder inquiries related to U.S. import requirements
Stay current on CBP regulatory changes, tariff updates, and evolving compliance expectations

Additional Responsibilities (Senior-Level):

Lead complex HTS classification and valuation projects involving photonics, lasers, semiconductor materials, and advanced technologies
Develop and support tariff-mitigation strategies and landed-cost modeling
Serve as a subject-matter expert on U.S. Customs requirements
Support internal and external audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions
Mentor junior analysts and strengthen East Coast import compliance practices

Qualifications:

4–7+ years of experience in import compliance, U.S. Customs operations, or trade compliance
Hands-on experience with HTS classification, valuation, First-Sale, Customs regulations, and FTA programs
Demonstrated ability to lead classification, valuation, tariff mitigation, and supplier-origin initiatives
Ability to advise stakeholders and manage cross-functional import compliance projects
U.S. Customs Broker License strongly preferred
Experience in photonics, lasers, semiconductors, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing preferred
Experience with SAP GTS, Oracle GTM, Descartes, or similar trade systems
Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain, engineering, law, or related field

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