Trade Compliance Analyst - Export Classification : 26-02571

Akraya, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. is seeking an Export Classification Analyst in San Jose, CA.

You will review and validate US export-control classifications for products, applying EAR/ITAR rules and ECCN/EAR99 criteria to determine correct classifications. This six+ month contract role is W2 based, hybrid, and requires documenting research, escalating complex classifications, and contributing to a global ecommerce and logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of US export controls (EAR/ITAR).
• Working knowledge of the Commerce Control List and ECCN structure.
• Understanding of EAR99 classification criteria.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate product export-control classifications.
• Research EAR and CCL for correct ECCN and EAR99 classifications.
• Evaluate product details to support classification decisions.
• Document classification rationale and research.
• Escalate complex classifications requiring further expertise.

Skills

EAR/ITAR knowledge

ECCN & EAR99 understanding

CCL familiarity

Analytical skills

Documentation

Job description

Contract Type: W2 Only

Duration: 6+ Months

Location: San Jose, CA (#LI - Hybrid)

Pay Range: $25-$30/Hr. on W2

Job Summary

This role is responsible for reviewing and validating US export-control classifications for products. The analyst will research product information, apply export regulations to determine appropriate classifications (ECCN or EAR99), and document their findings. This position offers a chance to develop specialized expertise in product classification within a global e-commerce and logistics setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate product export-control classifications.
• Research EAR and CCL for correct ECCN and EAR99 classifications.
• Evaluate product details to support classification decisions.
• Document classification rationale and research.
• Escalate complex classifications requiring further expertise.

Must-Have Skills

• Foundational knowledge of US export controls (EAR/ITAR).
• Working knowledge of the Commerce Control List and ECCN structure.
• Understanding of EAR99 classification criteria.

Industry Experience

• Experience in e-commerce, logistics, or international trade compliance is preferred for this role, particularly involving export controls and product classification.

Primary Skills

• Export Administration Regulations (EAR) [advanced]
• Commerce Control List (CCL) [advanced]
• Product Classification [advanced]
• Analytical Skills [intermediate]
• Documentation [intermediate]

About Akraya

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