Trade Compliance Specialist

Our client is one of the world's largest privately owned frozen and chilled food importers/exporters with a worldwide network of 20 offices in 14 countries.

• Manages and updates all policies and procedures related to import and export trade compliance, including updating Compliance Manuals on an annual basis.
• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and appropriate email, instant messaging, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Periodically provides training to employees regarding relevant procedures and how their positions may impact compliance issues.
• Audits recordkeeping files and LACE to ensure that records noted in the recordkeeping checklist are being maintained. (See 3.1 of Procedures Manual.)
• Fields internal trade compliance questions from Lamex employees, external partners, and/or regulatory/government agencies.
• Maintains tariff classification and rulings folder with support for determination and update classification database and LACE system.
• Obtains quota for Canadian poultry imports annually and maintains related information and documentation, including transfers between companies.
• On semiannual basis, conducts random sample representing 5% of all US imports and exports to confirm that tariff classifications are correct, reported values are correct and relevant documentation is in the file.
• Reports identified discrepancies to CBP and CBSA, as appropriate.
• Manages American Goods Returned “AGR” Program. Reviews AGR checklist to make sure required documentation supporting claims is in the file.
• Maintains regular, continual contact with foreign suppliers providing products for import to refresh them on these programs with documentation and training.
• Presents compliance programs to customers on commercial visits for commercial value. Understands organic compliance and what is required. Maintains Lamex organic certifications. Confirms validity of organic certificates with certification bodies.
• Arranges sampling and testing of poultry supplied to Vietnam pet treat manufacturers. Registers and maintains trademarks.
• Ensures certificates of liability insurance are on file for all transportation companies used in US and Canada; checks each for compliance twice per year.
• Monitors new suppliers and customers to ensure they are not part of a government Sanction List or FDA Alert List.
• Maintain relationship with Customs Brokers.
• Assists with any audit or penalty review, as necessary.
• Maintains documentation supporting any compliance audits conducted by department.

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in trade, compliance, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

This position offers a competitive base salary.