Job Title: Customs Trade Compliance Expert
This position is based fully onsite in Piscataway, NJ. The salary range is approximately $85,000 - $105,000 based on experience.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure adherence to all applicable import/export and PGA requirement and regulations, including CFR, HTSUS, U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and other international trade laws. • Act as the primary point of contact for customs clearance processes. • File entries through the Automated Broker Interface (ABI) in compliance with CBP regulations. • Supervise classification processes for Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, ECCN, and Harmonized System Codes (HSC) to ensure compliant imports/exports and maximize duty savings. • Establish and lead Duty Drawback Program. • Apply and maintain company Import and Export Licenses and Permits. • Interpret import/export regulations, rulings, and trade documentation. • Conduct compliance audits to ensure full regulatory compliance with accurate filings and duties, and lead corrective action plans resulting from audits and compliance issues. • Coordinate release and delivery of shipments with customs, freight forwarders, carriers, and warehouses. • Address any customs-related issues such as holds, inspections, and compliance reviews. • Maintain required documentation for audit readiness and CBP recordkeeping requirements (19 CFR). • Collaborate with internal and external teams to provide customs guidance and operational support. • Stay current with regulatory changes from CBP and Partner Government Agencies (PGA) such as FDA, USDA, EPA, FWS, CDC and more.
Requirements:
• U.S. Customs Broker License or CCS or CES certified with Duty Drawback program setup experience • Minimum 5+ years of experience in trade compliance with special focus in duty drawback • Solid knowledge of Import/Export Regulations and Product Classification • Proven expertise in U.S. import/export procedures and regulatory environments • Strong working knowledge of ACE, ABI systems, and classification tools • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and time management • Ability to communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and government agencies • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and customs brokerage software (e.g., Mercury/ITS, CargoWise, Descartes, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability and success tracking records of establishing and maintaining a successful Duty Drawback program • Experience of filing import entries using ABI-approved vendor portal • Background in customs audits or post-entry corrections (e.g., PSC, protests)