Trade Compliance Specialist

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

Are you an experienced Trade Compliance Specialist looking for a new opportunity with a growing organization? If so, then apply here today!

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for day-to-day management of import and export shipments. Scope of work includes maintaining product classification to ensure full trade compliance and timely customs clearance, management of transportation-related import and export documentation, and staying up to date with the ever-changing landscape of trade regulations, tariffs, and sanctions imposed by various countries.  This role offers a salary range of $95,000–$110,000, based on experience and customs brokerage licensure.

This is a hybrid position that will offer the flexibility of working from home and on-site at our Lake Zurich facility.

ECHO's benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 5% 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement

The Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for day-to-day management of import and export shipments. Scope of work includes maintaining product classification to ensure full trade compliance and timely customs clearance, management of transportation-related import and export documentation, and staying up to date with the ever-changing landscape of trade regulations, tariffs, and sanctions imposed by various countries.

Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Provide frontline support for daily customs compliance operations, resolve issues, and ensure on time customs clearance of products.
• Ensure proper classification and origin determination for imported and exported goods, including noncommercial goods.
• Maintain HTS and Schedule B product code databases.
• Conduct audits of import/export records.
• Prepare import/export related documentation as needed.
• Maintain import and export Standard Operating Procedures as needed.
• Maintain department customs compliance data and records, runs monthly report, identifies trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Manage trade compliance programs, including follow up, process improvements, internal communication, team training, and audit readiness.
• Provide support as required in the areas of duty drawback claims filing.

Job Experience/Skills:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in customs, trade compliance, or a related field.
• Customs broker license preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Core Trade Compliance: Harmonized Tariff Schedule Classification, Country of Origin and Marking, Valuation, Duty Drawbacks, Special Programs, Audits.
• Familiarity with USMCA and other free trade agreements.
• Solid knowledge of the principles of international trade and transportation logistics.
• Experience with ACE portal reporting and related compliance tools.
• Effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Enthusiastic, professional, and team-oriented.
• Sound analytical abilities and acute attention to detail required.
• Experience working with Excel and standard Microsoft Office programs.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We accept all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.