Senior Import/Export Compliance Lead

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. in Cypress, CA is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Import/Export Compliance to support U.S. import/export compliance programs, including HTS classifications, EAR/ITAR controls, and trade regulatory requirements across the logistics team.

The role involves developing reports in SAP/ACE, administering screening tools, supporting FTZ operations, and helping ensure regulatory compliance and efficient supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in import/export or trade compliance roles
• Experience with U.S. Customs regulations including HTS classification and trade preference programs.
• Familiar with EAR and ITAR export regulations, including classification and licensing requirements.
• Strong understanding of logistics, supply chain operations, and documentation.
• Experience with SAP, ACE, and screening software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support FTZ operations, inventory controls, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Determine and manage HTS classifications for imported goods.
• Develop and maintain trade compliance reports using SAP, ACE, ISF, and other data sources.
• Classify products (ECCN), software, and technical data under U.S. export control regulations (EAR/ITAR).
• Prepare export license applications and supporting documentation as needed.
• Administer export control and sanctions screening activities using Visual Compliance or similar tools.
• Support the CTPAT program, including risk assessments and questionnaires.
• Evaluate facilities for supply chain security risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with audits and transactional reviews of import/export activities; document findings.
• Support compliance and security training initiatives and material development.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot tables

Lookups

Data analysis

Reporting

Microsoft Access

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

ACE

Visual Compliance

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. in Cypress, CA is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Import/Export Compliance to support U.S. import/export compliance programs, including HTS classifications, EAR/ITAR controls, and trade regulatory requirements across the logistics team.

The role involves developing reports in SAP/ACE, administering screening tools, supporting FTZ operations, and helping ensure regulatory compliance and efficient supply chain operations.