Principal Specialist, Trade&Custms Cmplnc
Hyundai MOBIS
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Job summary
Hyundai MOBIS Parts America seeks a Principal Specialist to lead trade compliance, focusing on tariff classification, duty recovery, and regulatory governance. You will collaborate with Korea, brokers, and regulators to minimize risk and maximize opportunities.
The role emphasizes data-driven improvement, audits, and program administration within a U.S. operations context, with a strong emphasis on CBP, FTAs, and process modernization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
- 5+ years in customs/trade compliance or related area.
- Broker license is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and maintain MPA's tariff classification program for imported service parts and accessories.
- Administer Free Trade Agreement programs and duty recovery initiatives.
- Coordinate audits, validations, and regulatory reviews.
- Develop compliance reporting, dashboards, and KPIs.
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Job description
Tomorrow's most advanced automotive technology is being envisioned today at MOBIS Parts America (MPA). A subsidiary of Hyundai MOBIS, we are a top leading automotive parts supplier. MPA provides after-sales service parts support for Hyundai Motors, Kia Motors, and Genesis. In addition to the distribution of genuine service parts, the MPA Accessories division develops accessories for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis - which are installed on new vehicles in the United States and Canada.
The Principal Specialist, Trade & Customs Compliance serves as the technical subject matter expert responsible for maintaining and enhancing MPA’s trade compliance program. This position supports compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Partner Government Agency (PGA), Free Trade Agreement (FTA), and supply chain security requirements through classification governance, duty recovery administration, compliance program management, auditing, and regulatory oversight.
The position works closely with Hyundai MOBIS Korea, Customs Brokers, Systems, Legal Counsel, Distribution Centers, and government agencies to minimize compliance risk, improve operational efficiency, support compliance modernization initiatives, and maximize duty savings opportunities.
- Lead and maintain MPA's tariff classification program for imported service parts and accessories.
- Research and interpret Harmonized Tariff Schedule provisions, CBP rulings, legal decisions, and regulatory guidance.
- Maintain classification database integrity and consistency.
- Coordinate technical classification reviews with Hyundai MOBIS Korea and internal stakeholders.
- Manage ACE compliance activities, including CF-28 Requests for Information and CF-29 Notices of Action.
- Support Customs inquiries, examinations, and regulatory reviews.
- Monitor regulatory developments and emerging trade compliance risks.
- Develop recommendations that support compliance while minimizing business disruption.
- Administer Free Trade Agreement programs, including KORUS and USMCA.
- Validate eligibility requirements and supporting documentation.
- Identify and manage retroactive duty recovery opportunities.
- Coordinate Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), protests, and other post-entry activities.
- Develop reporting and tracking mechanisms for duty savings and recoveries.
- Support trade preference programs and duty mitigation initiatives.
- Collaborate with brokers, legal counsel, and Korea affiliates to resolve complex trade compliance matters.
- Recommend process improvements that increase utilization of available trade programs.
- Serve as primary administrator of MPA's C-TPAT program.
- Coordinate annual validations, certifications, risk assessments, and supporting documentation.
- Conduct quarterly compliance audits at Parts Distribution Centers.
- Verify country-of-origin marking compliance and supporting documentation.
- Perform three-way reviews of product labeling, commercial documentation, and system master data.
- Maintain the Trade Compliance Manual and associated procedures.
- Administer customs record retention requirements.
- Ensure audit readiness and coordinate corrective actions resulting from internal or external reviews.
- Develop and maintain compliance reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and management presentations.
- Analyze customs entry data, duty spend, tariff exposure, and trade program utilization.
- Monitor customs broker interfaces and compliance-related system issues.
- Partner with Systems, Customs Brokers, and service providers to resolve compliance-impacting system or data issues.
- Participate in the development of Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), user acceptance testing, and related documentation for customs compliance system enhancements, reporting improvements, interface changes, and process automation initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Support modernization and digitization of trade compliance procedures and documentation.
- Develop data-driven recommendations that improve compliance performance and business results.
- Maintain compliance with applicable Customs regulations, trade agreements, and supply chain security requirements.
- Ensure classifications reviews, regulatory responses, and compliance activities are completed accurately and timely.
- Monitor regulatory developments and communicate potential impacts to MPA's import operations.
- Effectively administer Free Trade Agreement programs and duty recovery initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to maximize duty savings and improve program utilization.
- Maintain accurate reporting of duty recoveries, refunds, and savings initiatives, and post-entry activity.
- Maintain readiness for C-TPAT validations, internal audits, and regulatory reviews.
- Complete quarterly PDC compliance audits and support timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Maintain current compliance documentation, procedures, and record retention requirements.
- Provide meaningful compliance reporting and performance metrics to management.
- Leverage data analytics to identify risks, trends, savings opportunities, and process improvements.
- Implement solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and reduce compliance risk.
8:00am - 5:00pm
Minimal, less than 5% annually
- Interpret complex customs regulations and determine compliant courses of action.
- Balance compliance requirements with operational needs.
- Resolve classification, origin, and regulatory issues requiring technical analysis.
- Coordinate cross-functional compliance initiatives across multiple stakeholders.
- Develop scalable solutions that improve compliance performance and efficiency.
- Manage compliance obligations in a rapidly changing trade environment.
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Business Administration, Logistics, Trade Compliance, or related field
Preferred: Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience in customs compliance, customs brokerage, import operations, international logistics, or trade compliance may be considered.
5+ Years in Customs Compliance, Trade Compliance, Customs Brokerage, Import Operations, International Logistics, or related field
Candidate should have working knowledge of U.S. Customs processes, broker coordination, import documentation, and compliance reporting. Experience supporting tariff classification, Free Trade Agreements, duty recovery, retroactive claims, post-entry activities, audits, or process improvement initiatives preferred. Strong analytical ability, large dataset analysis, and cross-functional communication skills required. Automotive parts, customs brokerage, or global trade compliance experience preferred.
Broker License (Preferred)
Ongoing professional development in customs compliance, tariff classification, free trade agreements, C-TPAT, import regulations, and automotive trade compliance is expected. The employee should maintain current knowledge through industry seminars, webinars, trade association events, broker/legal updates, and other relevant training opportunities.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including Pivot Tables, formulas, lookups, data validation, and large dataset analysis. Must be able to quickly learn, navigate, and extract data from internal operating systems and business platforms used to support customs compliance, import operations, reporting, and audit activities.
Ability to evaluate complex customs regulations, perform technical research, analyze data, identify compliance risks, and develop practical business solutions.
Working knowledge of Power Query, Power Pivot, dashboard development, SQL, customs broker platforms, ERP/SAP, or similar enterprise systems preferred. Experience with documenting business requirements, supporting user acceptance testing, reporting improvements, system enhancements, or process automation initiatives preferred.
Ensures compliance with customs regulations, free trade agreements, supply chain security requirements, and company policies. Communicates compliance expectations clearly, supports implementation of policies and procedures, and proactively identifies and mitigates compliance risks.
Analyzes complex information, identifies trends and root causes, and develops fact-based recommendations. Ensures information is complete, accurate, and properly supported by documentation, data, and regulatory research.
Identifies opportunities to automate, streamline, and modernize compliance processes, reporting, and documentation. Develops scalable solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort.
Builds productive working relationships across departments, external service providers, Hyundai MOBIS Korea, customs brokers, legal counsel, and government agencies. Communicates complex compliance requirements clearly and gains alignment to support timely execution.
Takes ownership of compliance programs, audits, reporting requirements, corrective actions, and deadlines. Manages multiple priorities, follows through on commitments, and delivers accurate, timely, and high-quality results.
Light/non-strenuous daily activity
Up to 5 pounds
Office
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilitiesthatarerequiredoftheemployeeforthisjob.Duties,responsibilitiesandactivitiesmaychangeatany time with or without notice.
I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all of the essential functions of this position.
I agree to comply with the corporate compliance policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position. As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor.
As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and vision of the organization. All employees are required to adhere to the values in all their interactions with customers and fellow employees.
Exempt
Annual Salary , $71,896.32 - 106,406.56
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K with employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days and Paid Holidays
- Mapped career plans; we believe in developing and promoting our talent!
- Company Discounts & more!
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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