Global Export & Import Compliance Expert

Safariland, LLC; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employer paid life insurance and AD&D

Employer paid disability

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Work life balance

Paid time off

Job summary

Safariland Group is seeking an Export Compliance Specialist to manage day-to-day compliance for U.S. locations and cross-border activity with Safariland Tijuana. You will review shipments, assign tariff numbers, and coordinate import/export filings and licenses to ensure CBP and EAR/CCL compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years in US import/export, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong knowledge of USMCA and tariff classifications. A related degree and MS AX/D365 familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree in International Business, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in US import environment. US/MX experience a plus.
• Must have fluent comprehension, verbal, and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Must be proficient at tariff classification, fully understanding the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI). Experience in MX tariff schedule a plus.
• Strong trade agreement qualification skillset (i.e. USMCA)
• Ability to identify and analyze issues; suggest solutions.
• Maquiladora/Border operations experience is preferred.
• USMCA Analysis.
• Background in U.S. Export Regulations preferred (EAR and CCL).
• General knowledge of EEI/AES compliance. (15 CFR part 30)
• Working knowledge Microsoft AX and Microsoft D365 is a plus.
• Strong and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work at both detail and strategic levels.
• Ability to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Organizational skills.
• Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily review of US/MX border crossing shipments.
• Ensure proper tariff numbers are assigned.
• Assign tariff numbers to new parts.
• Review of import entries to ensure compliance with US CBP regulations.
• Ensure required records are kept in accordance with CBP recordkeeping requirements and company policies.
• Submit US CBP binding ruling requests, where needed.
• USMCA knowledge in area of qualifications and analysis
• Assist management in addressing US government questions or inquiries (i.e. CBP 28)
• Work with Safariland Tijuana export/import specialist where the need arises.
• Review EEI/AES filings for shipments from the US to Tijuana. Work with broker if any corrections are required.
• Assist with annual review and update of compliance manual and procedures.
• Work with engineering, when required, to assign proper tariff classifications.
• Assist in audit activities related to Safariland border crossing operations.
• Remain knowledgeable about regulations by keeping abreast of regulatory and procedural changes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tariff classification

USMCA knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in International Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft AX

Microsoft D365

Job description

Safariland Group is seeking an Export Compliance Specialist to manage day-to-day compliance for U.S. locations and cross-border activity with Safariland Tijuana. You will review shipments, assign tariff numbers, and coordinate import/export filings and licenses to ensure CBP and EAR/CCL compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years in US import/export, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong knowledge of USMCA and tariff classifications. A related degree and MS AX/D365 familiarity are preferred.