Trade Compliance Specialist

Amphenol IPC (AIPC) is the global leader in power distribution interconnect solutions for IT & Data Communications equipment electric mobility and industrial power conversion. We are driven by innovative empowered and creative teamwork and build solutions that solve business challenges.

Headquartered in Endicott NY and with operations in China and Mexico AIPC is a division of Amphenol Corporation a Fortune 500 company with over 90 years of experience in enabling the ongoing electronics revolution.

We are currently seeking a wellqualified candidate for the position of Trade Compliance Specialist to support operations in North America. The individual in this role will be responsible for ensuring adherence to international trade regulations managing documentation risk assessments and creating compliance training programs. In this role the individual will interpret trade laws and regulations and advise on import/export procedures for sourced material and final assembly products. The Trade Compliance Specialist will exercise educated judgment to mitigate risks and prepare timely documentation for audit and control. This individual will establish and maintain relationships with suppliers brokers and government agencies to ensure trusted and ethical business practice for internal and external sourcing and delivery. This role requires continuous education and the ability to train internal team members on evolving import/export requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Risk Management: Identify potential trade compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies. Perform internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
• Compliance: Ensure import/export trade compliance for sourced material and Final Assembly products. Stay uptodate on changes in trade regulations tariffs and sanctions. Ensure that import and export activities comply with applicable laws and regulations. Maintain accurate records of international transactions.
• Classification and Documentation: Accurately classify materials according to HTS and other relevant codes. Prepare and review import/export documentation including commercial invoices packing lists and COOs. Review and audit USMCA certificates and communicate findings to all parties for compliance.
• License and Permit Management: Obtain and manage necessary export licenses and permits. Ensure timely and accurate filing of required documentation with customs agencies.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with internal departments to ensure compliance. Collaborate with customs brokers and other external parties to facilitate smooth trade operations. Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding trade compliance. Support and train internal team members on import/export requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Logistics or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The individual should be selfmotivated and capable of working as part of a team or alone with little supervision.
• Able to collect research and analyze import/export related data.
• Able to write concisely and effectively is essential. Assisting with writing procedures reports business letters and newsletters.
• Able to prioritize work to meet objectives and to manage multiple activities/projects simultaneously.
• Ability and willingness to learn all aspects of Import/Export Compliance achieving certifications such as a Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) and Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) completing training courses and attending seminars and conferences.
• Familiarity with Import Export and CTPAT government terminology is preferred but not required.
• This position may require occasional business travel with overnight stays.
• Indepth experience using Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) 20.

Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.