Trade Compliance Specialist

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.Engineering

Job Description:

Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of higher-level management, this position supports overseeing 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 in the I/E group and assist in projects.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills to support day-to-day communication with Customers & Brokers.

Primary Responsibilities:

Import

• Support tariff tracking management, as well as support tariff recovery projects for all Astemo customers.
• 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 broker with managing and executing company standard procedures.
• Monitor and apply duty savings protocol.
• Assist with other projects, as needed.

Export

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.