Customs Brokerage Compliance Specialist

Morgan Dar HR Strategies & Solutions; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental

Group Life Insurance

FSA/HRA

401(k) matching

Annual bonus

Job summary

Morgan Dar HR Strategies & Solutions in Milwaukee seeks a Customs Brokerage Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure all import activities comply with CBP and agency requirements. Serve as a regulatory advisor, maintain compliance programs, and guide clients through complex import regulations to mitigate risk.

The role requires a licensed customs broker with 5+ years in brokerage or trade compliance, strong HTS skills, and proficiency in MS Excel.

Qualifications

• Valid Customs Broker License required.
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Responsibilities

• Classify a wide range of imported products and assign accurate HTS.

Skills

HTS classification

PGA requirements

Regulatory guidance

Analytical/problem-solving

Communication skills

Entry writer experience

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Customs Broker License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This organization has built its reputation on outstanding customer service, customized supply chain and compliance solutions, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance. With a team of professionals based in Milwaukee, this is a collaborative, flexible, and supportive environment for a compliance professional ready to take the next step in their career.

The Role

The Customs Brokerage Trade Compliance Specialist will ensure that all import activities comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and other government agency requirements. This person will act as a trusted advisor to importers, supporting the brokerage team with regulatory guidance, compliance program maintenance, and expert consulting to help clients navigate complex import regulations and mitigate risk.

What You'll Do

• Classify a wide range of imported products, ensuring accurate HTS assignment using appropriate tools and resources
• Apply strong working knowledge of the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), Explanatory Notes, and U.S. Customs regulations
• Demonstrate expertise in Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements, including FDA, USDA, EPA, and others
• Review and interpret Antidumping and Countervailing Duty (ADD/CVD) cases and communicate findings clearly to clients
• Conduct entry processing audits to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Process post-entry activities including Post Summary Corrections, Protests, Reconciliation, and audit responses
• Advise clients on PGA requirements, IPR, ADD/CVD, FTAs, and other compliance topics
• Serve as a liaison between CBP, PGAs, and clients on compliance matters
• Ensure compliance with 19 CFR regulations, HTS classification, valuation, country of origin, and FTAs
• Maintain and update internal compliance manuals, SOPs, and training materials

What You Bring

• Valid Customs Broker License (required)
• 5+ years of experience in customs brokerage or trade compliance
• Comprehensive HTS classification skills across all commodities
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations
• Experience as an entry writer with solid understanding of brokerage operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving ability
• Strategic, proactive approach to compliance
• Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Collaborative, cross-functional mindset with the ability to work independently
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• FSA and HRA
• 401(k) matching
• Annual bonuses based on companywide profits and performance