Import / Export Compliance Specialist

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

HP is seeking an Import / Export Compliance Specialist to help ensure our global trade operations comply with U.S. regulations and support a resilient supply chain.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and government authorities to manage classifications, origin determinations, and compliance programs, while driving process improvements and risk reduction across the enterprise. Strong communication, analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel are essential as you navigate ACE, AES,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of import/export compliance experience with international responsibilities.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. trade regulations and government systems (ACE, AES, ITACS).
• Experience with FTZ, bonded warehouses, first sale and duty drawback programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations and classify goods.
• Strategize, plan, and execute trade compliance initiatives independently.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance and efficiency.
• Integrate trade controls into daily operations to meet compliance objectives and reduce risk.
• Support internal and external audits and corrective actions.
• Build relationships with U.S. customs authorities and industry associations.
• Shape HP’s regulatory framework to align with global customs regulations.
• Leverage trucking/transportation and FTZ knowledge to optimize logistics and compliance.

Skills

Import/Export compliance

Regulatory knowledge (US)

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Education

Licensed Customs Broker (preferred)

Job description

Import / Export Compliance Specialist

Description -

At HP, we believe in the power of diversity, innovation, and integrity. As a global technology leader, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow. Join us and help shape the future of technology and global trade.

What You’ll Do

As an Import/Export Compliance Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring HP’s global trade operations run smoothly, ethically, and efficiently. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and government authorities to keep our supply chain moving and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations, including country of origin, preferential trade agreements, HTS classifications, valuation, and duty drawback programs.
• Strategize, plan, and execute trade compliance initiatives independently.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance and efficiency.
• Integrate trade controls into daily operations to meet compliance objectives and reduce risk.
• Support internal and external audits, including assessments, process enhancements, and corrective actions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with U.S. customs authorities and industry associations.
• Participate in shaping HP’s regulatory framework in line with global customs and trade regulations.
• Leverage expertise in trucking/transportation, Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ), and bonded warehouses to optimize logistics and compliance.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in import/export compliance with international responsibilities.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. trade regulations and government systems (ACE, AES, ITACS, etc.).
• Strong understanding of NA Customs Import & Export Compliance regimes.
• Experience with FTZ, bonded warehouses, first sale, and duty drawback programs (preferred).
• Licensed Customs Broker (preferred).
• Analytical and data modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Adaptability and a collaborative spirit to embrace HP’s culture and processes.

Why HP?

The base pay range for this role is $59,350 up to $89,600 annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to US candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Job -

Supply Chain & Operations

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

Shift 1, 0% premium (United States of America)

Travel -

Relocation -

No

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

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