Trade Compliance Specialist

The Trade Compliance Specialist supports Trek's global trade compliance program, ensuring efficient import and export operations. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and external partners to interpret complex customs requirements, manage product and trade data, and maintain compliant processes. The specialist will apply tariff schedules, determine trade agreement eligibility, advise on country of origin, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the global supply chain.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in U.S. trade/customs compliance in a corporate setting
• U.S. Customs broker license required
• Experience in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system
• Proficiency in Power BI, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic; accepts accountability and responsibility for actions

Good to Have

• Experience with e2Open, Atlassian, Oracle (JD Edwards) and Descartes customs software

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible and fun company culture
• Competitive health care
• PPO & HDHP medical plan options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
• Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts

Position Description:

The Trade Compliance Specialist plays a key role in supporting Trek’s global trade compliance program by enabling compliant, efficient import and export operations across the business. This position partners closely with internal teams, external brokers, and service providers to translate complex customs and regulatory requirements into practical guidance, supported by accurate product and trade data. The role contributes to continuous improvement of compliance processes, supports strategic initiatives, and helps ensure Trek’s global supply chain operates in compliance with trade regulations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support daily trade compliance operations in collaboration with external brokers, service providers and internal stakeholders
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure compliant import and export processes.
• Analyze product data to evaluate and support customs and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Interpret and apply the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and other applicable tariff schedules, duties and partner government agency requirements to support Trek’s import and export activities.
• Determine eligibility for preferential trade agreement treatment through analysis of rules of origin, bills of materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Advise on country of origin determinations, marking requirements, and customs valuation principles.
• Engage cross-functionally and with suppliers and vendors to collect, validate, and manage critical trade data.
• Contribute to compliance process improvements and strategic initiatives.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in U.S. trade/customs compliance in a corporate setting.
• U.S. Customs broker license required.
• Experience in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system.
• Proficiency in Power BI, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required, Experience with e2Open, Atlassian, Oracle (JD Edwards) and Descartes customs software is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic; accepts accountability and responsibility for actions.