Imports Coordinator

Socket.dev; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Import Coordinator to support all aspects of the import process and ensure compliance with U.S. customs rules. The role involves coordinating documentation, HTS classifications, and working with freight carriers and brokers to keep shipments moving.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years in import or related education, strong Excel skills, and solid communication abilities to thrive in a hybrid HQ role in California.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of import experience or education with equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of USA import processes and HTS classification.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support import compliance by reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with Customs, brokers, and internal teams to ensure shipments move smoothly.
• Maintain and update import documentation and Harmonized Tariff Code records.
• Assist with administration of import compliance programs and recordkeeping.
• Respond to requests from partners and provide status updates on documentation.

Skills

Import process

Harmonized Tariff Code

Communication

Supply chain

Documentation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Love the details? So do we.. This role helps keep our global supply chain running by supporting all aspects of the import process. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to keep shipments moving, coordinate import documentation, and help ensure Customs compliance, other government agencies compliance, andcompany standards every step of the way. This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Imports & Exports.

This role operates on a hybrid schedule and will require to work from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA two (2) days a week.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Support the import compliance process by reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Review internal documentation related to the First Sale for Export Program and CPSC compliance to ensure established requirements for U.S. Customs and other government agencies are met.
• Identify documentation discrepancies and follow established procedures to coordinate resolution with internal partners and the U.S. Customs Broker.
• Maintain and update Harmonized Tariff Code records and related import compliance documentation.
• Assist with the administration of import compliance programs, procedures, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Respond promptly to requests from internal and external business partners and provide updates on import documentation status and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized records and documentation to support import compliance activities and audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• 1-2+ years of import experience or a combination of education with equivalent work experience.
• Experience with USA importation process with a comprehensive understanding of USA's Harmonized Tariff Code classification.
• Strong knowledge in import process and compliance of all applicable government rules and regulations.
• Experience in working with ocean and air freight carriers, customs brokers and import partners to ensure shipments are moving and no holds at the USA border and terminals.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of supply chain.
• Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator.
• Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure.
• Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and lift/move up to 10 pounds.
• The noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Experience with importing general merchandise in a Retail environment or a NVOCC preferred.