Senior Import Trade Compliance Specialist

Banner Engineering Careers; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA with company contributions

PTO

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Banner Engineering is seeking a Trade Compliance Senior Specialist (Import) based in Minnesota to manage daily import operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee broker interactions. The role emphasizes accuracy, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in global trade processes.

You will work with cross-functional teams, maintain documentation, and stay current on HTS classifications and PGA rules, contributing to Banner's proactive compliance culture and global

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, Customs Brokerage, or Import Operations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, valuation methodologies, and import documentation.
• Proven ability to manage broker relationships and ensure compliance accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Oracle EBS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities in a compliance or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute daily import operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and international trade regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete import documentation and records in accordance with governmental requirements.
• Collaborate with customs brokers to ensure accuracy and timeliness of import clearances and adherence to SOPs and KPIs.
• Assist in monitoring customs broker performance metrics, support broker audits, and ensure adherence to Banner’s KPIs and SOPs.
• Prepare and maintain pre-alerts, entry documentation, and item detail files for broker submissions.
• Monitor and resolve customs clearance issues, including ISF filings, valuation questions, and PGA requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Customs and Partner Government Agency regulations and tariff classification changes.
• Support accurate maintenance of HTS, Schedule B, COO, ECCN, and ADD/CVD classifications.
• Validate and maintain import data accuracy in QlikSense dashboards and assist in identifying reporting discrepancies or data quality improvements.
• Contribute to the Free Trade Agreement and C-TPAT programs by ensuring compliance and supporting documentation.
• Assist with import audits, KPI tracking, and performance reporting through QlikSense and other systems.
• Collaborate with the Import & Brokerage Manager to identify and recommend process enhancements that improve import efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Work cross-functionally with logistics, warehouse, and purchasing teams to ensure compliance and smooth shipment flow.
• Support peer training and knowledge-sharing efforts within the import compliance team to promote consistent understanding of import procedures.
• Identify and promptly elevate potential compliance risks, shipment delays, or broker discrepancies to the Import & Brokerage Manager for resolution.
• Support the Canada non-resident import program by sharing compliance knowledge and assisting with process and audit program development.
• Ensure adherence to Banner’s global compliance policies and contribute to maintaining operational excellence in trade compliance.

Skills

Trade compliance

Customs regulations

Broker management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business or related field

Licensed Customs Broker (preferred)

Tools

Oracle EBS

Microsoft Office

QlikSense

Job description

Banner Engineering is seeking a Trade Compliance Senior Specialist (Import) based in Minnesota to manage daily import operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee broker interactions. The role emphasizes accuracy, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in global trade processes.

You will work with cross-functional teams, maintain documentation, and stay current on HTS classifications and PGA rules, contributing to Banner's proactive compliance culture and global