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Giro Sport Design · 2 months ago

Sr. Trade Compliance Specialist

Rantoul, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$76K/yr - $121K/yr

5+ years exp

Giro Sport Design is seeking a Sr. Trade Compliance Specialist to support the enterprise in managing business unit transactions with U.S. import laws and export regulations. The role involves developing export compliance strategies, managing import compliance programs, and ensuring adherence to trade regulations.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement export compliance strategies aligned with U.S. and international regulations

Manage export licensing activities including DSP-5, DSP-73, and technical assistance agreements (TAAs)

Conduct product classification and jurisdiction analysis under ITAR and EAR

Submit and manage export authorizations via DECCS, AES, and SNAP-R

Monitor and apply ITAR exemptions and EAR exceptions appropriately

Educate internal stakeholders on export control laws through training and outreach

Manage import compliance programs, including tariff classification (with emphasis on apparel), valuation, and country of origin determinations

Demonstrate knowledge of Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs), including regulatory compliance and operational processes

Ensure accurate and timely submission of customs declarations and related documentation

Monitor changes in import regulations and recommend strategic adjustments to maintain compliance

Conduct internal audits and assessments of import activities to identify and mitigate risks

Collaborate with customs brokers and government agencies to resolve compliance-related issues

Manage the calculations for preferential duty treatment under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), ensuring strong internal controls (procedures, work instructions, forms, checklists, and tools)

Analyze transactions for potential risk and confirm that due diligence requirements are met

Possess knowledge of U.S. Customs programs such as Reconciliation and Duty Drawback

Identify, evaluate, and implement duty mitigation opportunities and programs

Support additional tasks as needed to maintain an effective international trade compliance program

Qualification

Export compliance strategiesImport compliance programsLicensed Customs BrokerGlobal trade complianceExcel skillsGovernment systems experienceBachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree preferred

Required

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, or related field (Master's preferred)

Minimum 5 years of experience in global trade compliance, including import/export operations

Strong excel skills, including ability to research transactions and prepare different reports in the Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP) and ACE Portal

Experience with government systems (DECCS, AES, SNAP-R) and screening tools (e.g., NAVEX)