Mubea · 15 hours ago
Senior Specialist - International Trade Compliance
Florence, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMubea is a global automotive supply company seeking a Senior Specialist in International Trade Compliance. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. and international trade regulations, supporting various teams by providing expert guidance on customs classification, valuation, and trade agreements while minimizing risk.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including:
HTS classification
Country of origin determination
Customs valuation
Recordkeeping (19 CFR Part 163)
Maintain compliance with international export controls and sanctions, including:
EAR, ITAR (if applicable)
Monitor and interpret changes in trade regulations, tariffs, and trade remedy actions (e.g., Section 232, Section 301, AD/CVD). Classification & Product Compliance
Classify automotive components, assemblies, raw materials, and tooling using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Partner with engineering and product development teams to review drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications for accurate classification
Manage binding rulings, prior disclosures, and post-entry corrections when required. Free Trade Agreements & Duty Optimization
Administer Free Trade Agreements (e.g., USMCA, EU FTAs, other regional agreements):
Qualification analysis
Supplier solicitations and certifications
Annual and periodic validations
Identify and implement duty-saving programs such as:
Duty drawback
Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ)
Temporary Importations under Bond (TIB)
First Sale (if applicable) Broker & Supplier Management
Act as primary point of contact for customs brokers and freight forwarders
Review and audit broker entries to ensure accuracy and compliance
Train and guide suppliers on compliance requirements, documentation standards, and origin certifications. Audits, Reporting & Risk Management
Conduct internal audits of import and export transactions
Prepare Post Summary Corrections (PSC)
Support CBP audits, Focused Assessments, and internal compliance reviews
Maintain compliance metrics, KPIs, and documentation for management reporting
Investigate and resolve customs issues, holds, penalties, or seizures. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Provide trade compliance guidance to purchasing, logistics, finance, and manufacturing teams
Support new supplier onboarding and new product launches from a compliance perspective
Assist with M&A, supplier changes, and sourcing shifts affecting trade compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in international Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field
3–7+ years of international trade compliance experience, preferably in automotive or manufacturing
Hands-on experience with HTS classification and CBP regulations required
Strong working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations
USMCA and other FTAs
Section 232 / 301 tariffs
Experience with ACE and broker software
Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analysis and audit reporting
Preferred
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or progress toward licensure
CCS, CUSECO, or equivalent trade compliance certifications
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurances
Company and voluntary life insurances
Paid time off
Matching 401(k) plan
Company
Mubea
Mubea Group is a global market leader in the development and manufacture of automobile products with unique features.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2013-06-04Acquired
Leadership Team
Jaime Baynum, MBA
Project Manager, EA to N.A. CEO
Brian Wiehoff
Chief Financial Officer North America
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