Trade Compliance Specialist (HTS/USMCA) – Contract Hybrid

Aston Carter; Lake Forest (CA); Remote; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Remote/Hybrid work options

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support import and trade compliance activities, ensuring accurate HTS classifications, origin determinations, and proper tariff application. You will work with suppliers, brokers, and internal teams to maintain robust trade records and drive audit readiness.

The role involves reviewing classifications, origin determinations, and documentation, with opportunities to optimize tariff strategies while staying compliant.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in trade compliance, customs operations, or related fields.
• Experience with HTS classification, origin determinations, and import documentation review.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and recordkeeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform HTS classification reviews and determine accurate country of origin.
• Review ADD/CVD processes and maintain related databases and documentation.
• Obtain BOMs, supplier certifications, and manufacturing details for determinations.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather classification and origin information.
• Validate customs entry data and support post-entry corrections.
• Maintain trade compliance records and reporting in line with regulations.
• Support audit readiness and track corrective actions.
• Escalate high-risk issues to leadership for resolution.
• Add new SKUs to ERP and assign HTS codes and origin.
• Identify tariff mitigation opportunities while ensuring compliance.

Skills

HTS classification

Country of origin

Import documentation review

ERP systems

Excel

Detail oriented

Communication

Education

Trade compliance certifications (CCS/CES preferred)

Tools

QAD

SAP

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support import and trade compliance activities, ensuring accurate HTS classifications, origin determinations, and proper tariff application. You will work with suppliers, brokers, and internal teams to maintain robust trade records and drive audit readiness.

The role involves reviewing classifications, origin determinations, and documentation, with opportunities to optimize tariff strategies while staying compliant.