Global Trade Compliance Specialist (Automotive)

Variant Partners; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Variant Partners is seeking a Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist for a growing manufacturing client in the automotive sector. You will own classification, HTS, and country-of-origin records, and collaborate with logistics, sales, and finance to ensure compliant import/export operations.

The role requires 3+ years in US customs or international trade compliance, strong HTS knowledge, and experience with brokers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in U.S. customs, import/export, or international trade compliance.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with HTS classification.
• Understanding of U.S. Customs requirements, including country of origin, customs valuation, and entry documentation.
• Working knowledge of U.S. export-control requirements.
• Experience working with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Automotive or manufacturing experience preferred; experience with USMCA, duty drawback, tariff mitigation, ACE, or customs broker entry systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Classify imported products, components, and raw materials under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
• Maintain accurate HTS classifications and country-of-origin information
• Review import documentation and resolve customs entry or classification issues
• Manage relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders
• Support export compliance, USMCA, duty drawback, and tariff mitigation initiatives
• Monitor changes to tariffs, trade regulations, and other requirements impacting the business
• Identify opportunities to reduce duty exposure and improve landed cost while maintaining compliance
• Develop and maintain trade compliance procedures and internal controls
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HTS classification

US customs knowledge

Export controls

Broker coordination

Tools

ACE

Job description

Variant Partners is seeking a Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist for a growing manufacturing client in the automotive sector. You will own classification, HTS, and country-of-origin records, and collaborate with logistics, sales, and finance to ensure compliant import/export operations.

The role requires 3+ years in US customs or international trade compliance, strong HTS knowledge, and experience with brokers.