Provide subject-matter expertise in global trade, customs compliance, and international logistics across multi-country operations.
Interpret and apply U.S. import regulations, including CBP requirements, HTS classification, Partner Government Agency (PGA) rules, and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) programs.
Translate trade and customs rules into repeatable business processes, governed workflows, and analytics-driven decision logic.
Collaborate closely with data engineers, architects, and technical teams to validate trade rules, compliance logic, and data outcomes at scale.
Support audits, internal reviews, and compliance assessments; communicate effectively with executives, auditors, and operational teams.
Advise on trade automation solutions and compliance frameworks; contribute to the design or optimization of trade systems and controls.

7–15+ years of experience in global trade, customs compliance, or international logistics.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. import regulations and CBP requirements
HTS classification
Partner Government Agency (PGA) rules
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
Proven experience converting regulatory requirements into operational processes, rule libraries, or analytical models.
Ability to work with large datasets, validate compliance outcomes, and partner effectively with technical teams.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or equivalent advanced trade certification (preferred).
Hands-on experience with SAP GTS, trade automation platforms, or compliance analytics systems (preferred).

Global Trade & Customs Compliance SME

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