Customs Compliance Specialist

Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is seeking a Customs and FTZ Compliance Specialist to review declarations, classify products, and maintain FTZ operations in compliance with CBP regulations.

You will manage HTS master data, monitor regulatory changes, and optimize trade processes to maximize efficiency and cost savings across SE Asia regions and US operations. The role requires strong knowledge of international trade, an eye for detail, and the ability to navigate complex customs requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum: Associate degree or equivalent; or ≥ years of related experience.
• Experience in customs compliance, brokerage, or related roles required.
• FTZ management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of international customs regulations and trade agreements.
• Familiarity with customs software systems and CBP filings.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify declarations and classify products.
• Manage master data for HTS Codes, tariff rates, and Country of Origin.
• Monitor policy changes in international trade and customs; implement countermeasures.
• Maintain FTZ administration and CBP filings; ensure compliance.
• Implement internal control systems and maintain CTPAT certification.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of customs paperwork.
• Monitor changes in regulations and trade agreements; assess impact on activities.
• Optimize FTZ operations for cost savings and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customs compliance

FTZ management

Trade regulations

Regulatory documentation

CBP filings

Customs software

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Customs software systems

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary This position is responsible for reviewing and verifying customs declarations, ensuring compliance with customs laws, classifying products, and communicating with customs officials. This position is also responsible for optimizing and maintaining FTZ operations and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manages master data for HTS Codes, tariff rates, and Country of Origin.
• Monitors policy changes in International Trade and Customs in advances; analyzes and establishes countermeasures.
• Compliantly and efficiently manages the administration of FTZ including all CBP filings.
• Implements internal control system (including including documentation, valuation, classification, and country-specific regulations) and maintain CTPAT certification.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of customs declarations and associated paperwork.
• Monitor changes in customs regulations, duty rates, and trade agreements to assess their impact on import/export activities.
• Optimize FTZ operations to maximize cost savings, efficiency, and compliance.
• Other miscellaneous duties assigned by management.

Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Associate and above degree preferred but not required if having equivalent experiences in the relevant field.
• Previous experience in customs compliance, customs brokerage, or other related roles required.
• FTZ management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of international customs regulations, trade compliance, and relevant trade agreements required.
• Familiarity with customs software systems and technology used for customs processes preferred.
• Understanding of FTZ regulations, compliance requirements, and operational processes preferred.
• All employees for all positions must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 35 lbs.
• Regional role: This position works with SEA or other regions if we need information or guidance or discussions on purchases since we purchase from IPC's.

General Notice: Candidates are expected to honor their obligations to former employers. SEHA does not seek access to, and expressly prohibits the use or disclosure of, any confidential information, proprietary materials, or trade secrets belonging to any prior employer or third party, either during the hiring process or in the course of employment.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth. To discover more, please visit our official newsroom at (https://news.samsung.com/global/).