Trade Compliance Specialist

Trade Compliance Recruiting Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Trade Compliance Recruiting Solutions is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to oversee day-to-day import and export compliance near Houston, TX. The role ensures shipments conform to CBP and EAR rules and corporate policies, working in-office.

The position requires coordinating with freight forwarders and brokers, preparing EEI filings, and guiding cross-functional teams on regulatory requirements. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience with the EAR, CBP, HTS, and Schedule B.
• Experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• Experience with steel commodities including pipe, fittings, flanges, and valves.

Responsibilities

• Analyze import documentation for completeness and compliance with CBP requirements.
• Prepare import documents for the customs broker.
• Monitor customs broker performance against SOPs and compliance KPIs.
• Prepare export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and carnets.
• File Electronic Export Information (EEI) via the AES.
• Track and report the status of all imports and exports.
• Maintain records and reports of all imports.
• Provide import and export guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Assist the Trade Compliance Manager with investigations and audits.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Reporting tools

Job description

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for day-to-day oversight of transactional import and export compliance, ensuring goods are imported, exported, and shipped in compliance with

corporate policies, CBP & EAR rules and regulations.

This is an in-office position based near Houston, TX.

EXPECTATIONS

• Analyze import documentation for completeness and compliance with CBP requirements
• Prepare import documents for the customs broker
• Monitor customs broker performance against SOPs and compliance KPIs
• Prepare export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and carnets
• File Electronic Export Information (EEI) via the Automated Export System (AES)
• Track and report the status of all imports and exports
• Maintain records and reports of all imports
• Provide import and export guidance to cross-functional teams
• Assist the Trade Compliance Manager with investigations and audits

ESSENTIALS

• Licensed US Customs Broker (LCB) preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience with the EAR, CBP, HTS, and Schedule B
• Experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers
• Experience with steel commodities including pipe, fittings, flanges, and valves
• Strong understanding of the EAR, HTS, and Section 232 and 301 tariffs and exemptions
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP software and reporting
• Strong communication, analytical, and multi-tasking skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen able to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance