Export and Customs Specialist

Ultimate Staffing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing seeks an Export & Customs Specialist to coordinate international shipments from the Los Angeles area. You will ensure compliance with export regulations and manage customs documentation, maintaining records and processing filings to support on-time shipment movement while balancing service and cost.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge (EAR/ITAR/OFAC), HTS/Schedule B classifications, and ECCN codes, with attention to detail and excellent communication across teams and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in export compliance or international logistics.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with HTS/Schedule B and ECCN classifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process export documentation, filings, and customs clearance paperwork.
• Ensure shipping documentation is accurate, complete, and released to carriers, freight forwarders, and customers on time.
• Maintain records of shipment milestones, including departures, arrivals, customs clearances, and proof of delivery.
• Review commercial invoices and shipping documents for compliance and accuracy.
• Apply HTS/Schedule B classifications and ECCN codes as required.
• Monitor and resolve documentation discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Generate reports and maintain data records related to export activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support efficient international shipping operations.

Skills

Export compliance

Customs documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HTS/Schedule B classifications

ECCN codes

EAR/ITAR knowledge

Job description

The Export & Customs Specialist is responsible for coordinating international shipments, ensuring compliance with export regulations, and managing customs documentation. This role supports daily logistics operations by maintaining accurate records, processing regulatory filings, and ensuring timely shipment movement while balancing service and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process export documentation, filings, and customs clearance paperwork.
• Ensure shipping documentation is accurate, complete, and released to carriers, freight forwarders, and customers on time.
• Maintain records of shipment milestones, including departures, arrivals, customs clearances, and proof of delivery.
• Review commercial invoices and shipping documents for compliance and accuracy.
• Apply HTS/Schedule B classifications and ECCN codes as required.
• Monitor and resolve documentation discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Generate reports and maintain data records related to export activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support efficient international shipping operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in export compliance, customs, or international logistics.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of export regulations, including EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and Foreign Trade Regulations.
• Experience with HTS/Schedule B classifications and ECCN codes.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.