Senior Trade Compliance Classification Analyst

Stefanini, Inc; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Stefanini, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Trade Compliance Analyst (Contractor W-2) to execute import/export compliance activities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The role is hybrid with 3 days in the office per week, focusing on classification, sanctions screening, filings, and shipments.

You will classify goods (HTS/ECCN), prepare AES/EEI filings, screen partners for sanctions, coordinate with brokers to avoid delays, and maintain accurate trade data and documentation for audits.

Qualifications

• Meticulous approach to data and documentation for import/export.
• Ability to maintain high output while ensuring accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage high-volume data and records.
• Professional fluency in English for daily interactions with US team and vendors.
• Proactive, self-starter mindset for troubleshooting shipment holds and issues.

Responsibilities

• Classification: HTS and ECCN determinations based on specifications and data.
• Regulatory Filings: Prepare AES/EEI filings for compliance.
• Sanctions Screening: Screen companies/individuals against sanctions.
• Shipment Coordination: Resolve broker inquiries to prevent delays.
• Documentation Management: Verify invoices, packing lists, and HAWBs.
• Data Maintenance: Update trade master data in ERP and systems.
• Audit & Records: Maintain audit-ready import/export records.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Fast-Paced Environment

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

GTM Tools

Job description

• Irvine, CA

Job ID#:4255

Category:Manufacturing

Position Type

Contractor (W-2)

Job Description

The Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day execution of import and export compliance activities. This is a high-volume role that requires extreme attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for classifying goods, screening partners against sanctions lists, and filing required information with regulatory authorities to ensure shipments move without delay. This role is hybrid, with 3 days / week in office

Key Responsibilities

• Classification: Perform HTS and ECCN determinations for parts and technology based on provided technical specifications and engineering data.
• Regulatory Filings: Prepare and submit necessary information to customs and regulatory authorities (e.g., AES/EEI filings) to ensure full legal compliance.
• Sanctions Screening: Conduct restricted-party screening on companies and individuals to ensure compliance with global trade sanctions and embargoes.
• Shipment Coordination: Resolve customs-related issues and inquiries from brokers to prevent shipment holds or delays.
• Documentation Management: Collect and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, and HAWBs from global suppliers for accuracy and completeness.
• Data Maintenance: Maintain accurate trade master data (values, origins, part numbers) in ERP systems and internal databases.
• Audit & Records: Organize and maintain digital records for all import/export activities to ensure they are audit-ready at all times.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to data and documentation; ability to spot inconsistencies in complex paperwork.
• Fast-Paced Environment: Proven ability to maintain high output and accuracy in a rapidly changing growth environment.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume situations and large datasets efficiently.
• Communication: Professional fluency in English (written and verbal) for daily interaction with the U.S. team and global vendors.
• Problem Solving: A proactive, "self-starter" approach to troubleshooting shipment holds and logistical hurdles.

Desired (Plus) Experience

• Trade Compliance Specifics: Prior hands-on experience with HTS/ECCN classification or international trade regulations.
• Logistics/Brokerage: Experience in freight forwarding, customs brokerage, or supply chain operations.
• Systems: Familiarity with ERP software (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) or Global Trade Management (GTM) tools.