Trade Compliance Coordinator (On-site)
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Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
Key Responsibilities
The Trade Compliance Coordinator supports the efficient and timely movement of goods to/from Latin America countries. Ensures legal compliance and provides import/export administration and control within rules and regulations. Interfaces with internal and external customers, freight forwarders, local customs brokers and other functional areas to ensure coordination and logistics of shipment.
The responsibilities listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the role and may vary based on business needs, priorities, and organizational requirements.
- Provide customs compliance expertise and regulatory guidance to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure import and export activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, customer requirements, and company policies.
- Review customs documentation, resolve compliance-related issues, and coordinate with brokers and operational teams to support efficient shipment processing.
- Monitor performance metrics, manage compliance requests, and maintain high service standards.
- Drive continuous improvement, regulatory awareness, and best practices across the organization.
- Support strategic projects and business initiatives, ensuring effective execution, communication, and follow-through.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience
- 1-3 years related experience in customs compliance operations, import or export operations (preferred)
- Understanding of international trade and customs regulations, incoterms and impacts to supply chain
- Knowledge of international air, and ocean transport logistics processes
- Excellent customer service skills, including negotiation, proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
- Risk sensitive, recognizes when problems arise or are likely to arise
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-starter with the ability to triage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Time management, resource management, attention to detail, and persuasion skills needed