Export Compliance Analyst

Smith; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith in Houston seeks a Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to regional and global regulations across import/export activities. You will support audits, manage HTS data, and collaborate with logistics, legal, and QA teams to drive compliant, efficient international shipments.

Strong English communication, attention to detail, and self-motivation are essential. A Bachelor’s in logistics or supply chain is preferred, with 3+ years in trade compliance as a baseline.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of trade compliance experience preferred.
• 3+ years of HTS database management preferred.
• Experience in the semiconductor/electronics distribution industry a plus.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Understand regional and global rules and regulatory requirements and advise management/adapt processes where required.
• Ensure Smith’s adherence to regulatory requirements relating to import/export controls, etc.
• Provide general trade compliance guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Assist in execution of internal and external audits relating to trade compliance and implementation of corrective actions.
• Work with Export Licensing and Quality Control teams to research and maintain customs related master data.
• Collaborate with third party service providers to ensure proper execution of and documentation for international shipments.
• Investigate and report unusual business activity that may result in a violation and/or inquiry to senior management.

Skills

Trade compliance

HTS database management

English communication

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics or supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

DNB

Alliance

Job description

Company Overview

Smith is the leading independent electronic components distributor in the world. Since our founding in 1984, Smith’s Intelligent Distribution model and commitment to quality has allowed us to deliver comprehensive solutions to electronic component supply chains. We work across a variety of industries including automotive, supercomputing, gaming, medical devices, oil and gas, and more. Additionally, we provide tailored supply chain solutions such as counterfeit testing, vendor inventory management, and sustainable hardware disposition. We're excited to meet you and share what we love about Smith!

Job Purpose

To support Operations and Legal teams by ensuring Smith’s compliance with regional and global trade compliance regulations.

Essential Job Duties

• Understand regional and global rules and regulatory requirements and advise management/adapt processes where required
• Ensure Smith’s adherence to regulatory requirements relating to activities such as import/export controls, etc.
• Provide general trade compliance guidance and support to Smith’s internal stakeholders
• Assist in execution of internal and external audits relating to trade compliance and implementation of corrective actions
• Work with Export Licensing and Quality Control teams to research and maintain customs related master data (e.g., part type classification information)
• Work with third party service providers (e.g., freight forwarders) to ensure proper execution of and documentation for international shipments
• Investigate and report unusual business activity that may result in a violation and/or inquiry to senior management

Job Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of trade compliance experience preferred
• 3+ years of experience with HTS database management preferred
• Prior experience working in the semiconductor/electronics distribution industry a plus
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English are required
• Must be detail oriented and organized
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e., logistics or supply chain) or equivalent job experience preferred

Certifications

• ECTI certification preferred

Software Requirements

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with DNB, Alliance or other trade compliance tools

Additional Skills

• Capable of interpreting regulations and translating them into business practices
• Strong analytical, problem solving, negotiation, organizational and teaching skills
• Ability to drive compliance behaviors in good balance with business objectives

Equal Opportunity Statement

Smith is an equal opportunity employer, including of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities #LI-BB1 We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Company Summary

Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution™ model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks eighth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.