Trade Compliance Specialist - Various Locations

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist in Decatur, IL to lead government and internal audits, oversee broker declarations, and ensure HS classification and customs valuation accuracy. The role supports CETC projects across US and Canada, with a focus on CoO/FTA issues and data-driven improvement.

The position emphasizes strong analytical abilities, independent work, and effective stakeholder communication, leveraging MS Office and collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a relevant university degree or higher.
• At least 7 years of active customs specialist experience.
• Experience filing customs declarations and conducting internal audits.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support external customs audits and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee brokers, declaration data, and risk analysis.
• Ensure accurate HS classification and customs valuation.
• Resolve CoO/FTA issues and support CETC projects.
• Develop trade KPIs and dashboards.

Skills

Customs legislation

Trade compliance

Auditing

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Relevant university degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Trade Compliance Specialist - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Finance, Accounting, Audit

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Audits, Controls & Continuous Improvement

• Support external customs audits
• Conduct internal reviews to assess effectiveness and drive corrective and preventive actions.

Broker & Declarations Oversight

• Maintain the master list of customs brokers and Powers of Attorney.
• Obtain and analyze declaration data from brokers; identify risks and opportunities.

Classification, Valuation & Compliance Operations

• Oversee accurate HS classification and customs valuation
• Ensure compatibility of business strategies with CETC and regulatory requirements (US and relevant Canada cross-border trade).

Country of Origin (CoO) & FTA

• Resolve historical origin/FTA issues and implement preventive measures (USMCA and other FTA)

Special Projects & Program Implementation

• Support CETC special projects and drive regional implementation across US and Canada operations.
• Identify opportunities for new CETC projects to enhance compliance and efficiency.

Systems & Data

• Support data analytics for trade KPIs and compliance dashboards.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of customs legislation with a focus on North America (incl’ Canada)
• Proven experience in trade compliance and internal and external auditing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex trade data and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision and drive initiatives to completion.
• Efficient communicator (written and verbal), adept at stakeholder management and training non-experts.
• Extensive digital literacy; proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and collaboration tools.
• Professional English language skills.

Education Requirements

• The TCS has a relevant university degree or higher, supplemented by relevant professional training.

Required Experience

• The TCS has at least 7 years active experience as a customs specialist, working in a large or medium-sized company. Previous roles should include the filing of customs and excise declarations, internal auditing, data processing, and reporting.

Additional Information

• The TCS will be working in the corporate Customs & Excise Trade Compliance function of the ADM organization.
• The TCS reports to the Sr. Manager CETC Canada

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:109558BR

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$53,100.00 - $93,600.00

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

109217BR