HTS Classification & Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Hunter Hamilton; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Hamilton seeks an experienced Trade Compliance Classification Specialist to support U.S. import compliance and FTZ activities.

The role focuses on HTS classification for products, reviewing technical docs, and applying CBP rulings and tariff guidance. The ideal candidate will evaluate PGA requirements for multiple agencies and assess AD/CVD exposure while collaborating with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations to ensure accurate classifications before import.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of U.S. Customs and Trade Compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. HTS classification, CBP regulations and GRIs.
• Experience researching and applying CBP rulings and tariff guidance.
• Experience determining PGA requirements and AD/CVD applicability.

Responsibilities

• Perform U.S. HTS classification for imported products, components, and assemblies.
• Review drawings, BOMs, specs, and descriptions to determine classifications.
• Research and apply CBP rulings, Explanatory Notes, and tariff guidance.
• Determine PGA requirements (FDA, EPA, FCC, USDA, DOE, TSCA) for products.

Skills

HTS classification

Customs regulations

CBP rulings

PGA requirements

AD/CVD analysis

analytical thinking

cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hunter Hamilton seeks an experienced Trade Compliance Classification Specialist to support U.S. import compliance and FTZ activities.

The role focuses on HTS classification for products, reviewing technical docs, and applying CBP rulings and tariff guidance. The ideal candidate will evaluate PGA requirements for multiple agencies and assess AD/CVD exposure while collaborating with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations to ensure accurate classifications before import.