Trade Compliance Analyst – Import & Export

About our client

The company makes high-tech filters and systems that clean and separate liquids and gases. Their products help keep processes safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly. They work with many industries — like energy, electronics, food and beverage, and aerospace — to make sure fluids are clean and equipment runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Product Classification

• Assign accurate Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN) to products using established tools, databases, and technical documentation.
• Review and analyze product specifications, technical drawings, and engineering data to determine correct classifications.
• Research and interpret official classification resources, such as customs rulings, export regulations, and government guidance, to support compliance decisions.
  
  

Trade Compliance Operations

• Ensure product data and classifications are accurately maintained in internal systems and are audit-ready.
• Perform sanctions screening and due diligence checks on customers, orders, and shipments to ensure compliance with applicable trade regulations.
• Support the preparation and submission of documentation for import and export activities as needed.
• Assist in maintaining records and reports required for audits, government inquiries, and internal reviews.
  
  

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with engineering, sourcing, supply chain, and trade compliance teams to collect and validate product information.
• Identify and support process improvement initiatives, documentation updates, and data quality enhancements related to trade compliance.
• Stay up to date on changes in customs and export control regulations and communicate relevant updates to the team.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs classification, or import/export operations.
• Hands-on experience managing import and export compliance activities across multiple regions, preferably including the U.S., U.K., and China.
• Hands-on experience assigning HTS and ECCN codes and interpreting international trade regulations.
• Strong analytical and research skills — able to interpret technical and regulatory data to make informed decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working with cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.