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Platinum Resource Group

Stafford, TX

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Stafford, TX
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5 days ago
HYBRID - TRADE COMPLIANCE OPERATIVE SPECIALIST

Location; Stafford, TX

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Trade Compliance Operative Specialist is a primary contact for Import / Export customs processing and trade compliance for the company in North America. This role is about execution of tasks under a given framework / regime set forth in the Global Trade Compliance Policy, global SOPs, and their local adaptations. Internally, the Trade Compliance Operative Specialist serves as the key interface for questions on importing/exporting to and from North America, supporting departments such as R&D, purchasing and sales, as well as engaging with external service providers and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
The Trade Compliance Operative Specialist will have operational interactions with US authorities, suppliers (e.g., clarifying trade data attributes) and customers (e.g., related to export control/restricted party screening) of the company in North America. The Trade Compliance Operative Specialist provides guidance to service providers, monitor and optimize internal processes, and ensure accurate and compliant documentation in collaboration with cross-functional teams. The Trade Compliance Operative Specialist manages and maintain essential customs data, including HS Codes, Country of Origin determinations, regulatory classifications, and restricted party screening results, while supporting data analytics and compliance reporting. Additionally, the Trade Compliance Operative Specialist coordinates closely with customs brokers and freight forwarders to facilitate efficient operations and adherence to trade regulations, serving as a resource for all departments impacted by trade compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Act as a primary interface with external partners (e.g., Brokers, Third-party Suppliers) and internal departments (e.g., Sales, Procurement, R&D, Logistics, Regulatory, and Legal, among others).
  • Provide control and instruction to service providers and brokers facilitating Customs and FDA clearance, ensuring compliant documentation is used by affiliated companies for imports.
  • Maintain master data for customs and foreign-trade, including but not limited to HS Codes, Country of Origin, Dual-Use/ECCN, and FDA codes, supporting accurate and efficient import and export processes.
  • Optimize documentation and processes, and assist management with audit processes and inquiries from CBP, FDA, Census, BIS, FCC, USDA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Coordinate with internal and external departments, service providers, brokers and forwarders, for efficient and compliant export processing while ensuring accurate documentation and process optimization.
  • Assist in export control classification (ECCN), support licensing determinations, and compliance with Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and EEI (Electronic Export Information) filings, including those handled by freight forwarders and carriers.
  • Confirm acceptable customs valuation methods and develop classifications for quality, clinical and R&D samples, components, and finished goods exports, in conjunction with subject matter experts.
  • Conduct restricted party screening through the screening program and support audit processes for exports.
  • Restricted party screening includes sanctions compliance using a tool and system pre-developed for you (SAP GTS), clearing false positives and escalating where unclear.
  • Assist in, gathering and reporting metrics (using Excel, Power BI, or Tableau) to support (trade/import/export) compliance insights and business intelligence.
  • Train in and lead HTS classifications and ECCN determinations, gaining proficiency in SAP and SAP GTS for managing holds on imported/exported goods and screening blocks.
  • Maintain compliance records as per company policy and with current laws and regulations.
  • Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders, ensuring alignment on compliance procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in business, political science, public governance, law, engineering or a related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in trade compliance or import/export operations.
  • Operational understanding of the ACE and SNAP-R government systems.
  • Applied knowledge of classifications, export controls, and licensing requirements.
  • Experience in FDA-regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals).
  • Proven track record of innovation, enhancing compliance, and implementing process improvements.
  • Knowledge of SAP GTS and MS Office applications, including data management tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners.
  • Analytical mindset, able to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.
  • Highly organized, process-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities; a collaborative team player with a focus on compliance and operational efficiency.


Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.

About the Company

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Platinum Resource Group

Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, paid holidays, and referral bonuses.

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2008
WEBSITE
http://www.platinumresourcegroup.com