Trade and Tariff Coordinator

Our client is currently seeking a Trade and Tariff Coordinator Tariff Classification & Technical Research: Assign accurate HTS/Schedule B classifications for complex parts by researching engineering drawings and technical specifications to ensure full regulatory compliance. Compliance Auditing & Risk Mitigation: Conduct regular internal audits to identify compliance gaps, manage prior disclosures, and develop long-term process improvements to minimize financial and legal risks. Trade Legislation & Strategic Analysis: Monitor and analyze international trade laws and legislative changes (such as Section 301 or USMCA eligibility) to forecast economic impacts on company operations and supply chain flow. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central liaison between legal, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure trade strategies and compliance protocols align with broader corporate business goals. Executive Reporting & Decision Support: Synthesize technical trade data into high-level briefings and KPI reports for senior leadership to drive data-driven decisions regarding market entry and cost-saving opportunities. Operational Liaison: Coordinate directly with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies like CBP to resolve daily documentation discrepancies and shipment delays. Duties & Key Responsibilities • Thoroughly examine and validate import documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. • Facilitate customs clearance procedures, either through brokerage services or self-brokerage protocols. • Determine appropriate tariff codes for imported products to ensure correct classification and regulation compliance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges and contribute to continuous process improvement. • Undertake additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to evolving role requirements. • Coordinating all related import and export functions with third-party service providers. This includes direct communication with vendors, custom brokers, and freight forwarders. • Resolve issues and discrepancies during the customs clearance process. • Prepare and process timely submission of commercial documentation to customs brokers for import & export shipments. Verify the accuracy of all freight documentation. • Identify and resolve documentation issues promptly. • Audit vendor invoices for payment. Resolve billing issues as required. • Data entry in system for visibility and tracking. • Maintain records of import/export activities and documents to ensure audit compliance. • Prepare and analyze reports as required. • Provide support during internal and external audits. Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Operations, International Business, or a related field. • Strong relationship-building skills. • Proficient in research, analysis, and problem-solving. • Detail-oriented and logical individual capable of making objective business decisions in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong listening abilities. • Customer service-oriented with a keen sense of priority and purpose. • Organized, strong detail orientation, and accurate system data entry. • Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and managing conflicting deadlines. • Ability to meet changing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Created: 2026-03-10