Trade Compliance Specialist

The Opportunity

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting the company’s global import and export compliance activities related to semiconductor materials, equipment, and technology. This role ensures adherence to applicable U.S. and international trade regulations while enabling efficient, compliant global supply chain operations. The position partners closely with engineering, procurement, logistics, and legal teams to mitigate compliance risk and support business objectives.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulations, including EAR, ITAR (if applicable), OFAC, and U.S. Customs requirements.
• Classify semiconductor materials, components, and manufacturing equipment using Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN), and Schedule B codes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date product classifications within internal databases and trade compliance systems.
• Review technical data and product specifications in collaboration with engineering teams to determine export classifications and licensing requirements.
• Conduct restricted party screening, embargoed country reviews, and end‑use/end‑user due diligence in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant international shipments.
• Review and validate customs entries, duty payments, and related import documentation.
• Ensure accuracy of import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and other required filings.
• Monitor and communicate changes in global trade regulations affecting semiconductor products, materials, and advanced technologies.
• Assist with the preparation, submission, and management of export licenses and commodity jurisdiction or classification requests.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for trade compliance processes.
• Conduct internal trade compliance audits and support corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Support external audits and respond to regulatory inquiries.
• Provide trade compliance training and guidance to internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, procurement, and logistics functions.
• Support Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, if applicable, including zone admissions and weekly entries.
• Support trade automation initiatives and maintain data integrity within ERP and trade compliance systems (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes, or equivalent).

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in global trade compliance, preferably within the semiconductor, electronics, or high‑technology industry.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), particularly as they relate to semiconductor equipment, materials, and technology.
• Experience with export licensing, product classification, and restricted party screening tools.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to review technical and regulatory documentation.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple international transactions simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and regions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP/trade compliance systems preferred.
• Certified Export Specialist (CES), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), or related certification preferred.

• Hybrid work environment with periodic on‑site presence at manufacturing or R&D facilities.
• Limited travel may be required to suppliers, logistics partners, or compliance training events.

Join a collaborative, high‑technology organization where trade compliance plays a critical role in enabling global innovation. This role offers cross‑functional exposure, regulatory depth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast‑evolving, compliance‑focused environment.

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