Trade Compliance Specialist - Mid-Level

The Fountain Group LLC

Marlborough, MA(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$33.79–$38.27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Billing, Brokerage, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Government Regulations, Government Requirements, High-Throughput Screening (HTS), Import/Export Compliance, Internet Research, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, United States Customs, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Marlborough, MA(remote)
POSTED
2 days ago

Trade Compliance Specialist

Location: Marlborough, MA (Remote – Local Candidates Preferred. Occasional on site attendance may be required for training, meetings, or periodic business needs.)
Duration: 11-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Pay Rate: $33.79 – $38.27/hour
Schedule: 40 Hours per Week

Position Overview

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and other government import requirements. This role supports import operations by reviewing customs documentation, maintaining compliance processes, assisting with audits, and collaborating with internal stakeholders, vendors, and third-party service providers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Although the position is primarily remote, candidates within commuting distance of the Marlborough, MA office are preferred, as occasional onsite attendance may be required for training, meetings, or business needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review vendor documentation for customs compliance and classification accuracy.
  • Support compliance audits and validations, including AD/CVD reviews and HTS code verification.
  • Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Create and maintain reports for internal teams and third-party providers.
  • Communicate with internal stakeholders and external service providers to resolve compliance-related issues.
  • Support onboarding activities for new vendors.
  • Assist with billing and invoice-related processes.
  • Monitor productivity and performance of third-party service providers.
  • Audit reports to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct online research related to customs and trade compliance matters.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience in Customs Compliance, Trade Compliance, Import Operations, or related fields.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations and import processes.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment.
  • Ability to quickly learn new systems, tools, and processes.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Collaborative team player with a positive, flexible attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) strongly preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Experience with customs classification, HTS codes, AD/CVD reviews, and import compliance audits.
 

If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this posting with your resume attached.

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About the Company

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The Fountain Group LLC

The Fountain Group provides Contingent Labor, Statement-of-Work, and Contingent-to-Permanent resources to clients with an internal/external Contingent Labor Managed Service Program or Clients without a program. The Fountain Group is committed to the belief that we all share in the responsibility to conduct our businesses in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We base this on the premise that a company is much more than the products it offers. The effect a company has on the environment, the people and the communities it serves reflects the company’s dedication to being not only a good business, but to being a good corporate citizen. The Fountain Group believes the key to servicing a client is to identify the client demand precisely. Therefore, The Fountain Group focused its efforts on building and developing a process, which can identify an exact match for our client’s needs. Our process utilizes modern technology combined with 30+ years of Talent Acquisition experience to deliver Precision resources. Financial strength is prominent among The Fountain Group’s corporate values. The future of our business will be built on the innovation, compassion, outstanding services and technology, but a solid financial foundation is required to carry us forward to meet our business goal and support our long term vision.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.thefountaingroup.com/