Hybrid Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners is assisting a client seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to join their Shelton, CT corporate office. This role offers high visibility, cross-functional exposure, and a chance to shape import compliance programs within a global industrial company.

The position combines hands-on compliance work with cross-functional partnership, risk assessment, training, and interaction with customs brokers and regulatory agencies. Hybrid work and a strong benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of Trade Compliance experience.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Customs and Border Protection License or comparable experience.
• Experience working with customs brokers.
• Experience responding to CBP/DOC requests.
• Knowledge of CBP and DOC requirements.
• SAP and/or SAP GTS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Manager of Import Compliance to ensure global trade compliance.
• Collaborate with operations to identify and mitigate trade compliance risks.
• Develop and maintain import compliance policies and work instructions.
• Support timely and accurate customs entries and regulatory reporting.
• Deliver trade compliance training to employees and partners.
• Monitor ACE for import activity and regulatory directives.
• Participate in quarterly business reviews with customs brokers.
• Conduct transactional compliance audits and drive improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degrees or professional certifications

Tools

SAP

SAP GTS

Job description

Smith Arnold Partners is assisting a client seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to join their Shelton, CT corporate office. This role offers high visibility, cross-functional exposure, and a chance to shape import compliance programs within a global industrial company.

The position combines hands-on compliance work with cross-functional partnership, risk assessment, training, and interaction with customs brokers and regulatory agencies. Hybrid work and a strong benefits package are offered.