Trade Compliance Specialist

• Support the execution of the Trade Exports and FTZ Compliance program by assisting with day-to-day compliance activities operational reviews training support recordkeeping and escalation of potential compliance concerns.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for internal teams on trade compliance requirements company procedures and regulatory expectations related to import export Foreign Trade Zone and customs-related activities.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance by helping ensure that operational processes are performed accurately consistently and in alignment with applicable laws regulations company policies and customer requirements.
• Work closely with Trade Compliance leadership branch operations customer service brokerage warehouse and other internal teams to support compliant and efficient business operations.

WHAT YOU DO:

Responsibilities and Duties

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting operational compliance activities assisting with internal controls maintaining accurate records and helping ensure that employees follow established trade compliance procedures. This role is not a management position and does not include direct supervisory authority; however it requires strong attention to detail effective communication and the ability to support compliance expectations across multiple operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of trade compliance procedures work instructions and internal controls.
• Review import export Foreign Trade Zone customs brokerage and shipment documentation for accuracy completeness and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Support monitoring activities including file reviews discrepancy tracking corrective action follow-up and compliance reporting.
• Identify potential compliance concerns and escalate them timely to Trade Compliance leadership or the appropriate internal party.
• Maintain organized and accurate compliance records in accordance with company policy customer requirements and regulatory recordkeeping expectations.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation preparing responses and helping validate corrective actions.
• Assist with training coordination and provide basic guidance to employees on trade compliance procedures escalation requirements and best practices.
• Stay informed of relevant laws regulations policies procedures and system updates that may affect daily trade compliance activities.
• Collaborate with operations customer service warehouse brokerage and other departments to resolve compliance-related questions or process gaps.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to strengthen compliance controls reduce errors and improve process consistency.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Basic to intermediate understanding of import export customs FTZ and trade compliance concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review documentation with accuracy.
• Ability to follow established procedures and apply compliance requirements consistently.
• Professional communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to identify issues ask appropriate questions and escalate concerns when needed.
• Proficiency with company systems Microsoft Office applications and compliance-related tools or databases.
• Commitment to ethical conduct confidentiality and a strong culture of compliance.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree in international business supply chain logistics customs or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience in trade compliance customs brokerage logistics import/export operations FTZ operations or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements related to import/export transactions customs documentation classification valuation country of origin recordkeeping and restricted party screening preferred.
• Ability to complete assigned compliance training and maintain required certifications or internal qualifications as applicable.

Position Expectations:

• Demonstrate professionalism accountability and consistency in all compliance-related responsibilities.
• Act as a reliable support resource for employees by reinforcing correct processes and escalation paths.
• Maintain a solution-oriented approach while ensuring compliance requirements are not compromised.
• Protect company and customer interests by supporting accurate documentation timely communication and proper recordkeeping.
• Contribute to a positive compliance culture by modeling ethical behavior and supporting continuous improvement.

Physical Demands:

• Use of standard office equipment including computer with keyboard and mouse phone fax copy and scan machine.
• Ability to work off-site as business needs require.
• Functions performed primarily while seated at a desk.

WHAT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS YOU BRING TO US:

• A passion for Trade Compliance and doing the right thing.
• Proficiency in English and one of the local languages spoken in the District.
• A minimum of three (3) years at the Company.
• Demonstrated understanding of applicable Trade Compliance laws and regulations.
• Training for Sanctioned and Embargoed Countries Denied Party Screening and Export Controls Awareness under U.S. law and the laws of other jurisdictions that have implemented U.N. sanctions.
• Strong familiarity with and continued pursuit of proficiency in Expeditors operating systems including GCI CFIT EDMS ETMS and where applicable third-party systems used to conduct Expeditors transactions.
• Completion of Conflict-of-Interest Questionnaire and clearance of Company Executive Conflict of Interest check.
• No objection to background check as permitted by applicable law.
• No impediment to travel to the branches in the District.
• Passing score on the IATA/FIATA examination.
• DG certification(s) as applicable.
• Security Protocol training such as C-TPAT AEO STP or other security protocol as applicable.
• Product- or service-specific export import and/or operational training or certification.
• Customs Broker license (U.S.) or similar non-U.S. country license where available.

Additional Information :

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation Holiday Sick Time 
• Health Plan: Medical Prescription Drug Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time