Import Export Specialist

Dawson; Mansfield (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawson, based in Mansfield, OH, is seeking a detail-oriented import/export logistics specialist to join our team. The role leverages SAP to process shipments, prepare customs documents, and coordinate with brokers, carriers, and internal partners.

You’ll monitor trade regulations, support audits, and help optimize processes while maintaining accurate records and KPI reporting. This hybrid role requires strong communication and a proactive approach to compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of direct import/export logistics experience.
• Understanding of HTSUS
• Licensed Customs Broker or willingness to pursue the CBLE preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• CFR49, IMDG, or IATA certifications preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage shipment details and monitor customs status
• Attention to detail and interest in trade compliance

Responsibilities

• Process, enter, verify, and coordinate international inbound and outbound shipment information in SAP
• Prepare and provide customs clearance documentation to customs brokers
• Gather information from Customs and Border Protection, internal teams, vendors, and service providers to resolve shipment-related issues
• Maintain accurate import and export records and ensure U.S. trade compliance
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and updates that may impact trade compliance
• Assist with import/export compliance audits and recommend process improvements
• Create and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, SLD, and SLI
• Track international shipments and select carriers based on customer requirements
• Arrange import transportation and provide necessary documentation to carriers and warehouses
• Coordinate shipment updates, customer requirements, delays, and changes with Sales, carriers, warehouses, and Customer Service
• Analyze import/export KPIs, including customs surcharges, and support logistics reporting

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Cross-team coordination

Attention to detail

Trade compliance interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Hybrid work flexibility with 3 days onsite per week

What You’ll Do:

• Process, enter, verify, and coordinate international inbound and outbound shipment information in SAP
• Prepare and provide customs clearance documentation to customs brokers
• Gather information from Customs and Border Protection, internal teams, vendors, and service providers to resolve shipment-related issues
• Maintain accurate import and export records and ensure U.S. trade compliance
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and updates that may impact trade compliance
• Assist with import/export compliance audits and recommend process improvements
• Create and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, SLD, and SLI
• Track international shipments and select carriers based on customer requirements
• Arrange import transportation and provide necessary documentation to carriers and warehouses
• Coordinate shipment updates, customer requirements, delays, and changes with Sales, carriers, warehouses, and Customer Service
• Analyze import/export KPIs, including customs surcharges, and support logistics reporting

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field, or 5+ years of direct import/export logistics experience
• Understanding of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)
• Licensed Customs Broker or willingness to pursue the Customs Broker License Examination (CBLE) preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• CFR49, IMDG, or IATA certifications preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and external partners
• Ability to manage shipment details, monitor customs status, and proactively communicate updates
• Strong attention to detail and interest in trade compliance and logistics operations