Global Trade 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

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.