Trade Compliance Specialist

Toyota Material Handling; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition assistance

EAP access

Development opportunities

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA) seeks a Trade Compliance Specialist to lead its import/export processes, focusing on classification, valuation, country of origin, and broker/third-party management. This role supports global operations and ensures compliance with U.S.

and international trade regulations. You will collaborate with Procurement, Transportation and Accounting to maintain compliant procedures, develop manuals, and drive KPI reporting.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of international trade compliance experience
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (import)
• Knowledge of U.S. export regulations
• Classifying merchandise using HTS/Schedule B
• Calculating customs value for import/export
• Country of origin determinations
• Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements
• CCS certification or CCS background
• Independent, self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Strong communication and integrity

Responsibilities

• Complete & submit customs documents for sea & air shipments
• Determine HTS, ECCN, and Country of Origin for parts/products
• Submit Importer Security Filings (ISF) to CBP via brokers
• Interface with brokers, CBP, and PGAs
• Coordinate with Procurement on inbound international shipments
• Maintain regulatory and internal recordkeeping
• Review USMCA Certificates of Origin and communicate findings
• Qualify goods for Free Trade Agreements
• Process duties and taxes on imports in the U.S. and Canada
• Develop and maintain compliance manuals, procedures & SOPs
• Prepare monthly KPI metric reporting
• Create & review SOPs with TMHNA customs brokers
• Provide support to internal customers on import/export requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Join our Team as a Trade Compliance Specialist!

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Trade Compliance Specialist who brings energy and expertise to the table. The Trade Compliance Specialist supports the company’s business operations, domestically and internationally, by developing and executing the company’s import/export processes in areas such as classification, valuation, country of origin, and customs broker/third party management. Additionally, the position provides international trade compliance support to qualify goods for various trade preference programs, admissibility, and analysis of trade related issues. The Trade Compliance Specialist will also work cross-functionally with other team members in Procurement, Transportation, and Accounting, as well as suppliers around the globe to ensure compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulatory requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

• Complete & submit customs documents for sea & air shipments coming from outside of the U.S.
• Determine the appropriate HTS, ECCN & Country of Origin for parts/products
• Process and ensure timely submission of Importer Security Filings (“ISF”) to U.S. Customs & Border Protection (“CBP”) by customs brokers and freight forwarders
• Interface with customs brokers, CBP, and Partner Government Agencies (“PGAs”)
• Work with Procurement for timely notification of all inbound international shipments
• Maintain recordkeeping in accordance with regulatory & internal requirements
• Review USMCA Certificates of Origin & communicate findings to all parties for compliance
• Qualify goods for Free Trade Agreements
• Perform duty and tax payments on imports in the U.S. and Canada when necessary
• Assist in development & maintenance of compliance manuals, procedures & work instructions in accordance with import/export laws, regulations, & administrative practices
• Assist with the preparation of monthly KPI metric reporting
• Create & review Standard Operating Procedures (“SOP”) with TMHNA customs brokers
• Provide support to internal customers on import/export requirements
• Other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

• 1 + years of experience in international trade compliance (import/export/sanctions)
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (import)
• Knowledge of U.S. export regulations
• Demonstrated experience:
• Classifying merchandise using the HTS/Schedule B classification
• Calculating the customs value of goods for import and export
• Experience with making country of origin determinations
• Knowledgeable with Free Trade Agreements
• Certified Customs Specialist (“CCS”)
• Capable of working independently and being a self-starter
• Ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals to address complex issues
• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of integrity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail-oriented, flexible, impeccable integrity, and good judgment

What Sets You Apart

• Licensed Customs Broker
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply Chain, or Intl. Studies)
• Business, Logistics or Supply Chain experience
• Experience with trade compliance software
• Working knowledge of AS400, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP systems

Where And When You Will Work

• Enjoy the best of both worlds with a hybrid schedule—collaborate in person at our Greene or East Syracuse, NY offices, and work remotely two days per week after a successful training period.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary - $73,840 - $106,845 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

World Class Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here:

https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers and https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers and https://www.toyotaforklift.com/toyota-heavy-duty-careers

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