Customs Trade Compliance Expert

Customs Trade Compliance Expert

Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.

GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

Job Title: Customs Trade Compliance Expert

This position is based fully onsite in Piscataway, NJ. The salary range is approximately $85,000 - $105,000 based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to all applicable import/export and PGA requirement and regulations, including CFR, HTSUS, U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and other international trade laws.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customs clearance processes.
• File entries through the Automated Broker Interface (ABI) in compliance with CBP regulations.
• Supervise classification processes for Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, ECCN, and Harmonized System Codes (HSC) to ensure compliant imports/exports and maximize duty savings.
• Establish and lead Duty Drawback Program.
• Apply and maintain company Import and Export Licenses and Permits.
• Interpret import/export regulations, rulings, and trade documentation.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure full regulatory compliant with accurate filings and duties, and lead corrective action plans resulting from audits and compliance issues.
• Coordinate release and delivery of shipments with customs, freight forwarders, carriers, and warehouses.
• Address any customs-related issues such as holds, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain required documentation for audit readiness and CBP recordkeeping requirements (19 CFR).
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to provide customs guidance and operational support.
• Stay current with regulatory changes from CBP and Partner Government Agencies (PGA) such as FDA, USDA, EPA, FWS, CDC and more.
• Train and support team members in customs procedures, filing practices, and import/export compliance.
• Stay updated on changes to import/export laws and regulations in countries where the company operates.
• Identify and address risks related to trade compliance, including restricted-party transactions and violations of trade law.
• Investigate and report trade compliance incidents, and implement corrective actions.

Requirements:

• U.S. Customs Broker License or CCS or CES certified with Duty Drawback program setup experience
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in trade compliance with special focus in duty drawback
• Solid knowledge of Import/Export Regulations and Product Classification.
• Proven expertise in U.S. import/export procedures and regulatory environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ACE, ABI systems, and classification tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and government agencies.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and customs brokerage software (e.g., Mercury/ITS, CargoWise, Descartes, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability and success tracking records of establishing and maintaining a successful Duty Drawback program
• Experience of filing import entries using ABI-approved vendor portal.
• Background in customs audits or post-entry corrections (e.g., PSC, protests).

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.