Trade Compliance Analyst

Would you like to join a global organization where trade compliance is a strategic priority—not an afterthought? Our client, a global industrial company with trading partners around the world, is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to work in their corporate office in Shelton, CT. This dynamic position will have high visibility and cross-functional exposure, as well as an opportunity to shape and enhance import compliance programs. This company has a stable, well-resourced environment with long-term career growth potential. What are people saying about this company? They invest in their people via training They allow you the independence to do your job without looking over your shoulder. Supportive. Good benefits. Nice culture to work in. Great people. Title: Trade Compliance Specialist Location: New Haven County, CT (Hybrid) Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 +Bonus Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager of Import Compliance, the Trade Compliance Specialist will work closely with businesses and operations to help ensure compliance with global trade and customs requirements. The position combines hands-on compliance work with cross-functional partnership, risk assessment, training, and interaction with customs brokers and regulatory agencies. Serve as a resource to all business units on trade compliance questions, requirements, and issues. Partner with operations teams to identify, assess, and mitigate trade compliance risks. Support the ongoing development and maintenance of import compliance policies, procedures, and work instructions. Collaborate with operations globally to help ensure customs entries are processed accurately and on a timely basis. Monitor Customs bonds to ensure they remain active and appropriate for import activity. Participate in quarterly business reviews with customs brokers. Perform and support transactional compliance audits and identify opportunities for improvement. Develop and deliver trade compliance training to appropriate employees and business partners. Monitor ACE for import activity, Customs inquiries, and regulatory directives. Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to promote a strong culture of trade compliance. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Advanced degrees and/or relevant professional certifications are a plus. 3+ years of Trade Compliance experience. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess complex compliance issues and their potential business impact. Customs and Border Protection License or comparable experience required. Experience working directly with customs brokers. Experience responding to Customs and/or U.S. Department of Commerce requests, including CF-28 Forms and Post-Shipment Verification document requests. Working knowledge of Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Department of Commerce requirements. SAP and/or SAP GTS experience is a plus. Strong communication and relationship-management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions. Occasional travel, up to approximately 10-15%. Smith Arnold Partners