The Trade Advisor is an integral member of the l Trade Advisory team ,a group of subject-matter experts who constitute the consultative arm of the companies international trade business. The Trade Advisor will provide trade compliance-related expertise and compliance project leadership to meet the needs of the customers as well as support for import/export compliance program needs for clients as assigned. The successful individual will be passionate about leading compliance consulting projects including training for clients (as requested) and other related duties to ensure the highest levels of delivered services.
 

85% Serve as member of the consulting team, provide technical compliance-related consulting and training to clients in the following areas:

• Serve as subject matter expert in import and export compliance related activities Lead and coordinate resources for assigned projects
• Perform Import and Export compliance gap analyses documenting findings and improvement plans for clients. Develop compliance manuals and related procedures for clients
• Perform client training in compliance-related topics
• Other consulting support duties as assigned (HTS Classification, Prior Disclosures, Rulings, etc.)

 

10% Work within the team environment to develop and improve standardized tools, templates, procedures and software for trade compliance and supply chain security

 

5% Business development responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Contact business prospects and perform sales calls on new and existing clients
• Professionally represent Mohawk Global by engaging with trade organizations within Mohawk’s footprint

 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, International Business, Supply Chain Management or other related discipline is preferred
• US Customs Broker License required
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of practical experience in import and export Customs compliance
• Other related industry certification(s) or license(s) are preferred (CCS, CES, CUSECO) but not required

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of US Customs regulations and compliance procedures
• Knowledge of Export Compliance Regulations (EAR) and ITAR
• Knowledge of Other Government Agency (OGA) regulations related to import compliance
• Knowledge of CTPAT Program and supply chain security procedures
• Working knowledge of the USML, ECCN, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) and Schedule B classifications
• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills
• Highly organized
• Ability to work with individuals in a team structure
• Self-motivated and able to work as an individual contributor based on project
• Ability to work with clients and represent the company in a highly professional manner