Trade Compliance Analyst

Kulicke & Soffa; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kulicke & Soffa seeks a Trade Compliance Analyst to manage import operations with emphasis on customs clearance, HTS validation, and regulatory compliance. You will review documentation, work with brokers, and ensure audit trails for all entries. The role requires vigilance for export controls and restricted end-use checks.

Responsibilities include monitoring shipments, applying tariffs, maintaining records, and coordinating with multiple teams to maintain compliant processes.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in international trade compliance.
• Strong HTS classification and import documentation knowledge.
• Experience with processing Customs Entries (brokerage).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel.
• Licensed customs broker a plus; Oracle experience a plus.
• Detail oriented, self-starter, and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Track shipments day-to-day and monitor customs clearance.
• Review CBP Form 7501 for accuracy (HTS, duty rates, COO).
• Coordinate corrections with brokers to align with internal standards.
• Review supporting documents: invoices, packing lists, B/Ls, COO certificates.
• Work with brokers and logistics to ensure timely clearance.
• Track tariffs and duties under Section 301/232.
• Maintain CBP recordkeeping per 19 CFR 163.
• Escalate concerns per internal procedures.
• Collaborate with management, supply chain, finance, IT and legal.
• Identify applicable government agency requirements for imports/exports.

Skills

HTS classification

Customs entries processing

Restricted Party Screening (RPS)

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Self-starter

Tools

Oracle

Access

Job description

The Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring compliant and efficient import operations for Kulicke & Soffa. This position focuses heavily on customs clearance, reviewing CBP Form 7501, validating import documentation, and supporting duty classification and regulatory compliance. The role also includes performing Restricted Party Screening (RPS)) to prevent unauthorized transactions and ensure alignment with U.S. export control regulations. Assuring a compliant audit trail exists for all Customs entries cleared under Kulicke & Soffa. Assuring that imports and exports of the company are compliant with US Customs and Foreign Local import regulations such as HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification, valuation, country of origin, assists, record keeping, ADD/CVD, special trade programs and other government agency requirements, EAR and ITAR regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure day-to-day tracking and monitoring of all shipments.
• Review Customs Form 7501 for accuracy (HTS, duty rates, declared value, COO, PGA requirements).
• Verify that broker‑submitted entries align with internal compliance standards, coordinate corrections.
• Review supporting documents: commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bills, bills of lading, COO certificates
• Work closely with brokers and logistics teams to ensure timely customs clearance.
• Track and apply Section 301/232 tariffs and other custom-related duties.
• Maintain accurate and compliant CBP recordkeeping per 19 CFR §163.
• Interact effectively with multiple functional areas including management, supply chain, distribution, engineering, finance, IT and legal.
• Ensure that proposed customers are screened for Denied Person and Entities, restricted end-uses, and diversion and releases orders as appropriate or refer them to the appropriate personnel for further review and discussion.
• Identify whether other Government agency requirements are applicable to product imports and exports (e.g. DDTC, FCC, FDA, etc.).
• Evaluate all new Government agency requirements to ensure import and export compliance with changes and incorporate into day-to-day operations and standard operating procedures.
• Ascertain that up-to-date profiles and SOPs are provided to all endorsed service providers to ensure proper import and export clearance.
• Communicate with affiliated business units overseas to streamline export and import processes.
• Ensure that a trained back-up is available to assist with compliance functions.
• Perform Restricted Party Screening (RPS) for customers, vendors, and end‑users.
• Document and elevate matches, red flags, or concerns based on internal escalation procedures.
• Track shipment status, delays, exams, and entry issues.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen import compliance controls.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience with international trade compliance regulations
• Strong working knowledge of HTS classification, import documentation
• Hands-on experience processing Customs Entries (Customs Brokerage experience)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Access, Word, Outlook)
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Licensed Customs Broker is a plus.
• Oracle experience is a plus.
• The successful candidate must be a self-starter, detail oriented, and able to follow procedures.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.