Trade Compliance Associate

A global manufacturer with a complex international supply chain is expanding its Trade & Supply Chain Compliance function and looking to add a Trade Compliance Specialist to its Chicago team.

This role will serve as a key resource for U.S. import and Customs compliance, while partnering closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, and other teams across the organization.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a key resource for U.S. import and Customs compliance.
• Support HTS classification, country of origin, Customs valuation, duty analysis, and import documentation.
• Monitor changing trade regulations and assess their impact on the business.
• Manage relationships with Customs brokers and third-party providers.
• Perform Customs entry audits, identify issues, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support compliance with Section 232/301 tariffs, UFLPA, FTAs, and other trade regulations.
• Maintain accurate trade compliance data, documentation, and records.
• Partner cross-functionally on compliance issues and broader global trade initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• 3–6+ years of trade compliance, Customs, or import compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs/import regulations.
• Experience with areas such as HTS classification, country of origin, valuation, duty analysis, Customs audits, broker management, and FTAs.
• Manufacturing, importing, distribution, or global supply-chain experience preferred.
• European/global trade compliance exposure is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional partnership skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000–$100,000 base salary + bonus
• Chicago, IL hybrid work model, in office Monday-Thursday work from home on Friday
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Additional employee benefits and programs

Why Consider It?

This is a hands-on role within a company actively building out its global Trade & Supply Chain Compliance function. The right person will be comfortable getting into the details while approaching compliance as a business partner—understanding how the organization operates and developing practical solutions rather than simply policing the business.