Trade Compliance Specialist – HTS Classification # 26-24253

Us Tech Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions in Orlando is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist - HTS Classification to manage and support U.S. import classification activities. You will classify products, equipment, materials, components, and spares under HTSUS while ensuring CBP compliance.

The role requires 3-7+ years' experience in Customs or HTS classification, strong knowledge of GRIs, Explanatory Notes, and CBP rulings. The position involves collaboration with Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to

Qualifications

• Research and assign HTSUS classifications for imported products, equipment, materials, components, and spare parts.
• Review engineering drawings, product specifications, technical literature, supplier information, and other documentation to determine classifications.
• Apply HTSUS, GRIs, Explanatory Notes, CBP CROSS rulings, and applicable customs regulations.
• Prepare and maintain classification rationales and supporting documentation for audit readiness and compliance.
• Partner with Customs, Regulatory, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, and business teams to resolve classification questions.
• Manage classification requests to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Support customs audits, internal reviews, CBP inquiries, and binding ruling activities.
• Conduct classification quality reviews, consistency checks, and periodic revalidations.
• Support annual tariff updates, classification data maintenance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Classify imported products, equipment, materials, components, and spare parts under HTSUS.
• Review technical documentation to determine accurate classifications.
• Ensure compliance with CBP regulations and cross-border trade rules.
• Prepare documentation and rationales for audits and reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve classification questions.
• Manage classification requests and maintain data quality.
• Support audits, inquiries, and binding rulings.
• Perform quality checks and revalidations, and contribute to tariff updates.

Skills

HTSUS / Tariff classification

U.S. Customs & Trade Compliance

CBP / CROSS rulings

GRIs

Explanatory Notes

Binding Rulings

Regulatory Analysis

Technical Documentation Analysis

Audit & Compliance

Data Management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Duration: 06 months Contract

Job Description

We are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist - HTS Classification to manage and support U.S. import classification activities. The role will focus on accurately classifying products, equipment, materials, components, and spare parts under HTSUS, while ensuring compliance with applicable customs regulations and CBP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Research and assign HTSUS classifications for imported products, equipment, materials, components, and spare parts.
• Review engineering drawings, product specifications, technical literature, supplier information, and other documentation to determine classifications.
• Apply HTSUS, GRIs, Explanatory Notes, CBP CROSS rulings, and applicable customs regulations.
• Prepare and maintain classification rationales and supporting documentation for audit readiness and compliance.
• Partner with Customs, Regulatory, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, and business teams to resolve classification questions.
• Manage classification requests to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Support customs audits, internal reviews, CBP inquiries, and binding ruling activities.
• Conduct classification quality reviews, consistency checks, and periodic revalidations.
• Support annual tariff updates, classification data maintenance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience

• 3-7+ years of experience in Customs, Import/Export, Trade Compliance, or HTS classification.
• Hands-on experience with U.S. HTSUS classification.
• Strong knowledge of GRIs, Explanatory Notes, CBP CROSS rulings, and customs regulations.
• Experience interpreting technical documentation such as engineering drawings and product specifications.
• Experience supporting customs audits, classification reviews, or binding ruling activities preferred.
• Manufacturing, industrial, engineering, energy, or other technical-product experience is a plus.

Skills Set

• HTSUS / Tariff Classification
• U.S. Customs & Trade Compliance
• CBP / CROSS Rulings
• General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs)
• Explanatory Notes
• Binding Rulings
• Customs Research & Regulatory Analysis
• Technical Documentation Analysis
• Audit & Compliance Support
• Classification Governance & Data Management
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Customs/Trade Compliance certifications or formal training are preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• This position requires regular interaction with manufacturing equipment and personnel in both office and production environments.
• The role may involve standing, walking, lifting moderate loads, and exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, moving equipment, dust, vibration, and varying temperatures.

Licenses: Not required

Certifications: Not required

Shift Hours: 8:00AM -5:00 PM EST

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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