Trade Compliance Import Specialist

Import Operations Specialist

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Position Overview

You will support import operations by ensuring the compliant, timely movement of goods into the United States, Canada, and other global markets. In this role, you will execute both strategic and hands-on activities to maintain adherence to customs regulations and internal trade compliance policies. You will partner with internal teams and external brokers to resolve issues, manage documentation, and support regulatory reporting requirements. Your work will contribute directly to maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory compliance across global supply chain activities, offering meaningful exposure to international trade practices and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sourcing, logistics, and cross-functional teams to address import issues and ensure compliant shipment execution.
• Serve as the escalation point for distressed import shipments, conducting root cause analysis and implementing improvement plans.
• Manage relationships with customs brokers, including responding to inquiries and ensuring timely clearance of shipments.
• Collect, review, and validate import documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide analytical support for U.S. Customs and Border Protection requests and oversee post-entry compliance processes, including corrections and filings.
• Verify classification, valuation, country of origin, and applicable duties to ensure accurate tariff assessment.
• Support specialized import activities, including bonded shipments, free trade zone operations, and other non-standard transactions.
• Collaborate with internal partners to meet data requirements for partner government agencies.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard operating procedures for internal processes and external service providers.
• Train internal stakeholders on import requirements and compliance standards.
• Prepare and distribute import reports and performance metrics to support compliance monitoring and decision-making.

Desired Competencies

• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Accountability: You take ownership of your responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself to high standards for quality and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field required, or 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in import trade operations, compliance, supply chain, manufacturing, international logistics, or inventory management.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and import compliance practices preferred.
• Experience working with customs brokers or within an importer compliance function preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support regulatory decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks in a timely manner.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex import topics to non-specialists.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to learn and apply complex trade, logistics, and supply chain concepts.
• U.S. Customs Broker License preferred.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $65,000 to $85,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER, RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

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