Sr. Compliance Specialist, Amazon Global Logistics

Amazon; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Global Logistics is seeking a Sr. Compliance Specialist to manage daily customs clearance for cross-border shipments across ocean, air, rail and truck modes. This role focuses on regulatory compliance, data accuracy, and timely processing for customers.

Applicants should have trade compliance experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of 19 CFR guidelines. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence global logistics operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Trade Compliance or Supply Chain roles such as customs agent/officer or compliance specialist.
• Excel skills: pivot tables, charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested IFs, data cleansing.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit entry filings, PGA, HTS classification, AD/CV, and related documents.
• Develop audit mechanisms to measure and resolve compliance risks.
• Handle regulatory inquiries (CBP 28/29, liquidated damages) and respond to customers.
• Draft petitions or protests for duty mitigation with stakeholders.
• Analyze CBP penalties to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Interpret 19 CFR guidance for customers and implement it in operations.
• Submit Duty Drawback entries and manage related processes.
• Create and maintain SOPs for changes in regulatory requirements.
• Educate clients on import restrictions, tariffs, and related matters.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Trade compliance knowledge

Job description

Sr. Compliance Specialist, Amazon Global Logistics

Application deadline: Sep 18, 2026

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people.

Amazon's Cross Border team is responsible for providing customers a one-stop shop for international transportation service, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions. We are seeking a customer-centric individual who wants to be part of this journey and manage daily operational tasks and customer queries.

A Senior Compliance Specialist owns daily operations for customs clearance on ocean, air, rail, and truck cross-border shipments.

We invite you to be part of the team that defines how Amazon changes the world of international logistics, one shipment at a time.

Key job responsibilities

• Review and audit for entry filing, PGA, HTS classification, AD/CV, etc
• Develop audit initiatives / mechanisms to measure and resolve compliance risks
• Intake of regulatory inquiries (28/29, Liquidated Damages, etc) from CBP and customers
• Work with stakeholders to draft petitions / protests for duty mitigation
• Deep dive penalties from CBP and determine root cause / corrective action
• Interpret and implement guidance from 19 CFR and Informed Compliance Publications on behalf of our customers
• Submit Duty Drawback entries
• Build and maintain SOPs for new and changes to regulatory requirements
• Advise and educate clients on import restrictions, tariffs, and other customs-related matters in an introductory fashion
• Ownership of subject matter expertise on requirements and regulatory changes to share with the operations teams in multiple locations, both origin and destination

Measurement for Success

• Complete assigned tasks timely and accurately, within KPI

Basic Qualifications

- Experience in Trade Compliance and/or Supply Chain industry, i.e. as customs agent/officer, compliance specialist, or customs operations

- Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.)

- Experience with auditing 7501, entry data, PGA, etc

Preferred Qualifications

- Licensed customs broker or recently passed CBLE

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave

Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.