Trade Compliance Import Senior Specialist

Job Information

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: TRADE
002967

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: 7401 Boone Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55428, USA

Pay Range: $74,470 USD to $105,000 USD

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products and technology.

With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA.

Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance

The Trade Compliance Sr. Specialist (Import) plays a vital role in maintaining Banner Engineering’s compliance with global trade regulations. This position supports the Import & Brokerage Manager by ensuring operational accuracy, broker oversight, and data integrity. The Sr. Specialist contributes to import efficiency, cross-border scalability, and continuous improvement while maintaining strong collaboration across departments. As Banner continues to grow globally, this role ensures that import compliance remains effective, proactive, and aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.

This position reports to the Trade Compliance Import & Brokerage Manager. According to the FLSA, this position is classified as Exempt, based on the Professional Exemption.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working both individually and collaboratively, staying on top of tasks, and making a meaningful impact across teams and projects. Below are some key responsibilities of the role.

• Manage and execute daily import operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and international trade regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete import documentation and records in accordance with governmental requirements.
• Collaborate with customs brokers to ensure accuracy and timeliness of import clearances and adherence to SOPs and KPIs.
• Assist in monitoring customs broker performance metrics, support broker audits, and ensure adherence to Banner’s KPIs and SOPs.
• Prepare and maintain pre-alerts, entry documentation, and item detail files for broker submissions.
• Monitor and resolve customs clearance issues, including ISF filings, valuation questions, and PGA requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Customs and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations and tariff classification changes.
• Support accurate maintenance of HTS, Schedule B, COO, ECCN, and ADD/CVD classifications.
• Validate and maintain import data accuracy in Qlik Sense dashboards and assist in identifying reporting discrepancies or data quality improvements.
• Contribute to the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and C-TPAT programs by ensuring compliance and supporting documentation.
• Assist with import audits, KPI tracking, and performance reporting through Qlik Sense and other systems.
• Collaborate with the Import & Brokerage Manager to identify and recommend process enhancements that improve import efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Work cross-functionally with logistics, warehouse, and purchasing teams to ensure compliance and smooth shipment flow.
• Support peer training and knowledge-sharing efforts within the import compliance team to promote consistent understanding of import procedures.
• Identify and promptly elevate potential compliance risks, shipment delays, or broker discrepancies to the Import & Brokerage Manager for resolution.
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