U.S. Trade Operations Specialist

Job Title: U.S. Trade Operations Specialist
Location: Seattle, WA
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

 DMV IT Service LLC is a trusted IT consulting firm, established in 2020. We specialize in optimizing IT infrastructure, providing expert guidance, and supporting workforce needs with top-tier staffing services. Our expertise spans system administration, cybersecurity, networking, and IT operations. We empower our clients to achieve their technology goals with a client-focused approach that includes online training and job placements, fostering long-term IT success.

Job Purpose:

A highly skilled U.S. Trade Operations Specialist is needed to support trade compliance activities on a six-month contract basis, with the option to extend. The role centers on auditing and validating U.S. entries for compliance with regulations, using both automated systems and manual review processes. This position will focus on reciprocal tariffs, new eCommerce filings, and exception management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across trade operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate integrated U.S. entries for compliance through the Entry Management (EM) solution.
• Conduct manual reviews of non-integrated entries to verify reciprocal tariffs and metro-area eCommerce filings.
• Ensure completeness of entry packages by checking documentation and required data.
• Identify and correct errors prior to the statement date by coordinating with customs brokers for resubmission to ACE (Automated Commercial Environment).
• Manage U.S. Customs Broker Exceptions through the Trade Partner Relationship Management (TPRM) solution powered by Salesforce.
• Resolve escalations in shipment document handovers between vendors, logistics providers, and customs brokers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain compliance and streamline operations.
• Stay informed on updates to U.S. trade policies, standards, and procedures.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in Customs Broker Management and Entry Management (required).
• U.S. Customs Broker License (preferred).

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. trade compliance regulations, entry processes, and tariff classifications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret trade policies, standards, and procedures.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical abilities.
• Capability to work independently while managing daily trade operations.
• Skilled in problem-solving and handling escalations effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in trade management platforms, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office Suite.