Import Coordinator

Overview

Import Compliance Specialist – Contract (Hybrid | Potential for Extension)

Pay Rate: $50/hour or more DOE

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Employment Type: Contract (4 months, with potential to extend)

Kelly Services is hiring on behalf of a leading healthcare and pharmaceutical organization seeking an experienced Import Compliance Specialist to join their U.S. Supply Chain Operations team.

This hybrid role plays a key part in ensuring import shipments are processed efficiently, accurately classified, and fully compliant with U.S. Customs and FDA regulations.

• Manage import shipments and ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs and FDA requirements
• Coordinate documentation and clearance with customs brokers and freight forwarders
• Verify HTS codes and import tariff classifications for accuracy and compliance
• Represent U.S. Logistics in import and tariff-related project meetings
• Monitor first sale declaration documentation and maintain compliance files
• Track and report import KPIs, including shipment timelines and cost accuracy
• Collaborate across internal departments and external logistics partners to resolve delays or issues
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support compliance reviews as needed

• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or customs brokerage
• Direct experience with U.S. Customs Brokerage required
• Strong knowledge of HTS codes, tariff application, and customs regulations
• Experience working with freight forwarders and global logistics partners
• Exposure to FDA-regulated imports preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment
• Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote
• Travel: Less than 5%
• May involve occasional movement between office and warehouse areas