Export Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Adecco is looking hiring an Export Compliance Specialist for their client in Everett, WA.
Candidates must be able to work at the client worksite Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:00am to 5:00pm pacific to accommodate necessary business functions. 

Qualified candidates should be detail orientated and have experience managing global trade compliance activities, export classifications, licensing, and regulatory interpretation. This role will ensure adherence to U.S. export regulations (including EAR, ITAR, and OFAC requirements ) while enabling efficient international operations across manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain functions cross-functionally to mitigate risk while supporting business objectives.

  Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations, including EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and Customs requirements
• Classify products, software, and technology using ECCN, USML, and HTS codes
• Determine export licensing requirements and prepare/submit license applications when needed
• Screen customers, partners, and transactions against restricted party lists
• Review and approve export documentation (commercial invoices, shipping documents, AES filings)
• Maintain and audit export records in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Support internal audits and external compliance reviews
• Develop, implement, and maintain export compliance procedures and internal controls
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, sales, logistics)
• Partner with supply chain and program management teams to ensure compliance in global operations
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess business impacts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–7+ years of experience in export compliance, global trade, or international logistic

Strong knowledge of:

• Export Administration Regulations ( EAR )
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations ( ITAR ) (if applicable)
• OFAC sanctions programs
• Experience with product classification (ECCN/HTS/USML)
• Familiarity with AES filings and export documentation processes
• Experience with ERP systems and trade compliance tools (e.g., SAP GTS, OCR, Amber Road, etc.)
• Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to real-world scenarios

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or Certified Export Specialist (CES) certification
• Experience in a manufacturing or high-tech environment
• Knowledge of tariff mitigation strategies (e.g., 9802 provisions, country-of-origin rules)
• Experience supporting multi-site or global operations
• Strong understanding of import/export integration across supply chain

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail and risk awareness
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving with a practical, business-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

 

Pay Details: $35.00 to $45.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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