Compliance Specialist; Import​/Export

Position Summary

The Compliance Specialist supports the company’s global import/export operations and regulatory compliance programs. This role ensures adherence to U.S. and international trade laws, corporate policies, and customer/regulatory requirements. Working cross‑functionally with Legal, Logistics, Operations, and external partners, the specialist helps mitigate compliance risk and strengthens organizational controls.

• Support implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of compliance programs
• Conduct legal and regulatory research
• Assist with internal audits, investigations, and corrective actions
• Draft, update, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and training materials

• Support HTS classification, Country of Origin (COO) determinations, and valuation
• Ensure compliance with CBP, EAR, ITAR, and CTPAT Certification Standards
• Coordinate with customs brokers, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders
• Maintain required statutory import/export documentation and records

• Identify compliance risks, gaps, and process weaknesses
• Track and support remediation actions
• Prepare compliance metrics, dashboards, and reporting

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, or related field
• 5+ years in compliance, legal, trade, or related field
• 5+ years experience in U.S. Customs clearance, HTS classification, and COO identification

• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Intermediate Excel and reporting capability
• Cross‑border compliance experience
• Business‑level fluency in Spanish and English (read, write, speak)
• Preferred: Automotive or manufacturing industry experience
• Paralegal certification, law degree, or law firm background
• Familiarity with USMCA and IATF 16949 standards

This role supports our commitment to operating with integrity through the Right Work, Right Way approach and contributing to a strong internal culture of compliance.