Import Compliance Specialist

Wurth Industry US; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity/Paternal leave

Job summary

Wurth Industry US is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support our global trade program. You will ensure import/export transactions align with applicable laws and maintain auditable records, coordinating with logistics, procurement, sales and customs brokers.

Starting at $80,000, the role emphasizes documentation accuracy, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across teams to optimize shipments while limiting risk. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain-related field.
• 2+ years of import/export or trade compliance experience.
• CCS certification is a plus.
• Experience with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Knowledge of US import/export regulations and filings.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics.
• Ability to lead through influence and make solid decisions.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office and logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Generate and validate import/export documentation for accuracy.
• Verify classifications, origin, and declared values.
• Coordinate with brokers and forwarders for filings and declarations.
• Review entry summaries for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare or review export filings (AES submissions).
• Ensure shipping docs align with regulatory requirements and customer commitments.
• Maintain organized trade records for audits and inquiries.
• Respond to customer requests on trade compliance information.
• Support government inquiries and broker communications.
• Assist in internal/external audits with complete documentation.
• Perform restricted party screening results.
• Collaborate with teams to embed compliance in workflows.
• Identify gaps and assist corrective actions.
• Support training on import/export documentation requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Lead through influence

Conflict resolution

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business or Logistics

2+ years import/export experience

CCS certification (plus)

Experience with customs brokers and freight forwarders

Knowledge of US import/export regulations

Professional ethics

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software & systems

Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Trade Compliance Specialist supports the organization's global trade compliance program by ensuring import and export transactions are executed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This role focuses on the operational administration and documentation of import and export activities, including the creation and maintenance of accurate, complete, and auditable trade records. The position works closely with logistics, procurement, sales, finance, and customs brokers to ensure shipments move efficiently while maintaining strict compliance with U.S., Canada and various other international trade regulations. The Trade Compliance Specialist plays a key role in building defensible import and export records that support regulatory requirements, internal audits, and government inquiries.

Pay: Starting at $80,000

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include education, skills, work experience and certifications. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive bonus. An incentive bonus, if any, depends on various factors such as organizational performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate and validate import/export documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Verify classifications, country of origin, authorization requirements, and declared values
• Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure accurate and timely customs filings and export declarations
• Review entry summaries and supporting documentation for compliance with import regulations
• Prepare or review export filings (e.g., AES / Electronic Export Information submissions)
• Ensure shipping documentation aligns with regulatory requirements and customer commitments
• Build and maintain complete, accurate, and organized import and export records in accordance with regulatory recordkeeping requirements
• Respond to customer requests for trade compliance related information
• Support resolution of government inquiries, post-entry corrections, and broker communications
• Support internal and external compliance audits by providing complete trade documentation
• Perform and maintain restricted party screening results
• Work with internal teams to ensure trade compliance requirements are integrated into operational workflows
• Identify documentation gaps or compliance risks and support corrective actions
• Collaborate with the various teams to progress the development and improvement of import and export procedures and documentation standards
• Support training and guidance related to import/export documentation requirements
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in import/export operations or trade compliance.
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification is a plus.
• Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and/or international logistics providers.
• Experience in administering import/export compliance programs, or various elements thereof, a plus.
• Knowledge of and experience in US import/export regulations, filing procedures, US Customs and Dept of Commerce and State, and trade documentation.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics.
• Preferred style of teamwork, collaboration, and humility.
• Ability to lead through influence and make solid business-based decisions.
• Applicable conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize quickly, pivot rapidly to implement solutions, and coordinate across multiple requirements to meet timely deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills to support solid business and customer focused decision making.
• Ability to solve problems quickly, creatively, and efficiently.
• Possess a high level of attention detail with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and with written communications.
• Proficiency with MS Office products, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and logistics software & systems.
• Travel estimated up to 10%.

The Wurth Difference:

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry.
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention.
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly.
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis.

Why Wurth:

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service.
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more.
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability.
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service.
• 10 paid holidays.

EEOC STATEMENT:

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

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