Customs Compliance Analyst
Bob's Discount Furniture
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Manchester • Connecticut • United States
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Salary
💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per year
About the role
- Support the execution and maintenance of Bob’s customs compliance program under the direction of the Director of Customs Compliance and Senior Customs Compliance Advisor.
- Perform accurate classification, valuation and country of origin determinations for imported products.
- Prepare and maintain import documentation, ensuring accuracy and consistency with regulatory and internal policy requirements.
- Monitor import entries, broker filings, and post-entry corrections to ensure compliance and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Help manage Bob’s participation in the CTPAT program by coordinating documentation, internal assessments and maintaining compliance with Minimum Security Criteria.
- Monitor changes in trade regulations, tariff updates, and customs rulings; summarize and communicate relevant updates to internal stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by documenting and helping implement process enhancements and automation opportunities.
- Maintain accurate and organized compliance records, including classification databases, SOPs, and audit documentation.
- Collaborate with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely and compliant import clearances.
- Assist with internal audits, broker reviews, and compliance assessments to ensure operational integrity and readiness for external audits.
- Support internal training efforts by maintaining up-to-date reference materials and assisting with compliance education initiatives.
- Provide analytical and administrative support for special compliance projects and ad hoc requests.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, International business or associated discipline.
- 2-4 years of experience within supply chain operations and/or trade compliance function
- Working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and import documentation requirements.
- Experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and trade data analysis.
- Licensed Customs Broker Certification is a plus, but not required.
- Basic understanding of U.S. import regulations, HTS classification, and customs valuation principles.
- Comfortable working with data, reports, and systems (e.g. CBP ACE Portal) to monitor compliance performance.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with trade systems (e.g., ACE, broker portals, or trade management tools) preferred.
Benefits
- Nationally provided Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Days, Holidays, work anniversary and your Birthday!
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a Generous Company match!
- Pet Insurance to help keep your furry friends happy and healthy
- Life insurance – Employer-paid basic Life Insurance, with the option to add Voluntary Life Insurance as well!
- Financial Planning, Voluntary Legal Benefits and Wellness Plans
- Generous Employee Discount starting on your 1st day!
- Additional Employee Discounts through the “Hays Perks discount program” offering hundreds of online discounts from your favorite merchants.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
customs complianceclassificationvaluationcountry of origin determinationsimport documentationtrade data analysisHTS classificationcompliance performance monitoringprocess enhancementsautomation opportunities
Soft Skills
organizational skillsability to manage multiple tasksability to meet deadlinescommunication skillscollaborationanalytical skillsadministrative supporttraining support
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeLicensed Customs Broker Certification