Trade Compliance Specialist - Classification

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist for its Annex office in Center Valley, PA. This role involves ensuring compliance with international import and export regulations and supporting global operations.

You will work closely with various teams, managing documentation and trade compliance processes. Candidates should have experience in import/export regulations, HTS classification, and must be within commuting distance of Center Valley for in-office work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in import/export regulations or HTS classification codes preferred.
• Certifications such as Custom Certified Specialist or Licensed Customs Broker are advantageous.
• Must live within commutable distance of Center Valley PA for in-office schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes based on customs regulations.
• Resolve trade compliance issues to support shipment clearance.
• Coordinate with customs brokers for accurate import/export documentation.
• Review and process commercial invoices for import declarations.
• Create and manage Schedule B export numbers.
• Track daily and monthly trade compliance metrics.
• Complete Free Trade Agreement qualifications and documentation.
• Support testing of global classification and FTA tools.
• Train team members on compliance procedures.

Skills

HTS classification

Import/export regulations

Documentation management

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

High School diploma required

Job description

Overview

Lutron is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Trade Compliance Specialist to join our Trade Compliance team at Lutron's Annex office location in Center Valley, PA. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our global operations by ensuring adherence to international import and export regulations.

As a Trade Compliance Specialist, you’ll collaborate with a wide range of internal and external partners—including Lutron’s shipping and logistics teams, engineering, customer service, freight forwarders, and customs brokers—to navigate complex trade requirements and ensure smooth, compliant international shipments.

Responsibilities

• Assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes based on customs regulations and product data.
• Resolve trade compliance issues to support shipment clearance, including part classification, part number creation, and system updates.
• Coordinate with customs brokers to ensure accurate import/export documentation and process compliance.
• Review and process commercial invoices using internal tools to support timely and accurate import declarations.
• Create and manage Schedule B export numbers by cross-referencing HTS codes.
• Track and report daily and monthly trade compliance metrics.
• Complete Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualifications and share documentation with customs brokers.
• Support testing and analysis of global classification and FTA tools; elevate issues as needed.
• Train team members on import/export compliance procedures and best practices.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, High School diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in import/export regulations, HTS classification codes, or comparable field preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: Custom Certified Specialist, Certified Export Specialist, or Licensed Customs Broker.
• Must live within commutable distance of Center Valley PA to accommodate in-office schedule.

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