Transportation and Trade Compliance Specialist
25 days ago
Jupiter
Job Description POSITION: Transportation and Trade Compliance Specialist LOCATION: Jupiter, FL/Stuart FL. Job Summary: The Transportation and Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for overseeing and continuously improving domestic and international logistics operations, with a strong focus on U.S. Customs compliance, tariff classification, and duty management. This role serves as the subject matter expert for import/export documentation, HTS classification, and implementation of the company’s duty drawback program. The Senior Specialist works independently and cross-functionally with internal teams, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and fully compliant movement of materials across global supply chains. Essential duties & responsibilities The essential functions of the job include the following: • Lead preparation and maintenance of import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, AES filings, and export licenses., • Ensure accurate HTS classification of turbine parts, assemblies, and tooling in compliance with U.S. Customs, EAR, and ITAR regulations., • Administer and continuously improve the company’s duty drawback program, including claim identification, filing, and audit documentation to maximize recovery of eligible duties., • Support establishment, monitoring, and closure of Temporary Import Bonds (TIBs) and maintain complete, auditable records., • Serve as primary liaison with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies to resolve clearance issues and maintain compliance., • Stay current with trade regulations and provide internal training or process guidance to ensure consistent compliance across departments., • Coordinate and monitor transportation activities across multiple modes (LTL, FTL, air, ocean, and expedited)., • Use the Transportation Management System (TMS) for routing, carrier selection, and performance tracking., • Provide guidance to logistics coordinators on documentation accuracy, routing optimization, and carrier performance., • Troubleshoot customs or transit delays and coordinate corrective actions., • Develop and maintain shipment, freight cost, and KPI dashboards to support operational reviews and cost control., • Maintain effective relationships with freight carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PL partners., • Support freight rate analysis, preferred carrier programs, and contract renewals in partnership with Procurement., • Provide data-driven insights for supplier scorecards and carrier performance evaluations., • Collaborate with Finance on freight accruals, spend analysis, and cost-reduction opportunities., • Partner closely with warehouse, production, purchasing, and customer service teams to ensure on-time, compliant delivery., • Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders and customers regarding shipment status, risks, and issue resolution., • Identify, document, and implement process improvements related to trade compliance, duty recovery, and logistics efficiency., • Provide functional input to SAP and TMS enhancements supporting transportation and customs processes., • Other duties as assigned. Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)., • 5+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, and customs compliance within manufacturing, aerospace, or energy sectors., • Deep understanding of HTS classification, U.S. Customs procedures, duty drawback programs, and TIB management., • Proven ability to analyze and optimize freight operations for cost and performance., • Experience working with TMS platforms (Kuebix preferred) and ERP systems (SAP a plus)., • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with a focus on compliance accuracy., • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and training skills., • Ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Physical Requirements • Climbing -- ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms., • Balancing -- maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces., • Stooping/Crouching -- bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist., • Kneeling -- bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., • Reaching -- extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., • Standing -- particularly for sustained periods of time, • Walking -- moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., • Pushing & Pulling, • Lifting up to 20 lbs -- raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position., • Grasping -- applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm., • Repetitive motion -- substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers., • The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes., • The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside., • The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., • The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals., • Being able to wear required PPEs for specific tasks performed, such as respirators, Tyvek suit, gloves, face shield, etc. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled