Customs Specialist

StaffBright; Novi (MI); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

StaffBright is seeking a U.S. Customs Specialist to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations for import and export activities, supporting on-time material movement. You will work with brokers, forwarders, carriers, and government agencies to minimize risk and maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires 3–5 years in U.S. customs/trade compliance within automotive manufacturing, strong communication, and problem-solving skills. Hybrid schedule with competitive benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of U.S. Customs and trade compliance experience within automotive manufacturing.
• Experience performing HTS classification and maintaining audit documentation.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and import/export compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations for all import/export transactions.
• Perform and maintain HTS classifications with audit trails.
• Collaborate with brokers, forwarders, carriers, and government agencies for timely shipments.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update processes accordingly.
• Maintain customs records and documentation per regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance audits and process improvements.
• Investigate and resolve customs-related issues and delays.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, Logistics, and Operations.

Skills

HTS classification

Trade compliance

Documentation management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP ERP systems

Job description

The U.S. Customs Specialist is responsible for ensuring all import and export activities comply with U.S. Customs regulations while supporting the efficient, on-time movement of materials across the supply chain. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies to minimize compliance risk, maintain accurate customs documentation, and drive continuous improvement in customs processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations for all import and export transactions.
• Perform and maintain accurate HTS classifications of goods, including supporting audit trails and documentation.
• Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and government agencies to facilitate timely and compliant shipments.
• Monitor and interpret changes to customs regulations and implement process updates as needed.
• Maintain customs records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support import/export compliance initiatives, audits, and internal reviews.
• Investigate and resolve customs-related issues, shipment delays, and compliance concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, Logistics, and Operations to ensure efficient movement of materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve customs processes, documentation accuracy, and overall compliance.
• Support special projects and other trade compliance initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of U.S. Customs and trade compliance experience within automotive manufacturing.
• Experience performing HTS classification of goods and maintaining supporting audit documentation.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and import/export compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• U.S. Licensed Customs Broker (LCB).
• CCS, CES, or CZS certification.
• Experience using SAP ERP systems.
• Experience working with customs brokers and government agencies.

Schedule & Compensation

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote after onboarding.
• Competitive salary up to $120,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities.