Import And Export Specialist

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments from Chinese suppliers and factories
• Communicate daily with China teams (Mandarin required)
• Manage Incoterms (FOB, EXW, CIF, DDP)
• Align production readiness with shipment schedules

U.S. Import & Customs Compliance

• HTS classification and duty calculation
• Country of origin verification
• Section 301 tariff management
• Work with U.S. Customs Brokers
• Respond to CBP requests (CF28/CF29)
• Maintain records per U.S. compliance requirements (5 years)

Transportation & Logistics

• Coordinate ocean, air, and ground freight
• Manage freight forwarders and carriers
• Track shipments, manage delays, and escalate risks
• Optimize transit time and freight cost
• Identify duty savings opportunities (FTAs, exclusions, routing)
• Reduce demurrage, detention, and storage fees
• Support audits and internal controls

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of ChinaUSA trade lanes
• U.S. Customs regulations & CBP compliance
• Incoterms 2020
• 25 years in international trade or logistics
• Direct experience with China sourcing or manufacturing

Recommended Certifications (not mandatory)

• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB USA)
• CCS Certified Customs Specialist
• APICS CSCP
• CTPAT Knowledge

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full?time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance