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Company Description

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Job Description

The Import/Export Specialist will strengthen trade compliance operations in the US by supporting customs clearance activities, improving broker performance, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. This role will work closely with the existing compliance team to enhance accuracy in customs entries, manage internal corrections, and drive continuous improvement in compliance processes. The position is critical to mitigating compliance risks, optimizing duty payments, and supporting Section 232 clearance activities. This is a temporary role for 6–8 months with the potential to transition into a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate customs broker performance against KPIs.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of customs entries and resolve discrepancies.
• Audit customs entries for accuracy and compliance with HTS classification, valuation, and origin requirements.
• Identify and log entries requiring internal correction for duty accuracy.
• Utilize ACE Tariff Power BI dashboard to track import/export volumes and compliance trends.
• Assist in clearance of goods subject to Section 232 tariffs and ensure proper documentation.
• Conduct internal audits of customs entries and broker filings.
• Collaborate with the existing US compliance employee to share workload and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide guidance on import/export regulations and company compliance policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in import/export compliance or customs brokerage.
• Strong knowledge of US Customs regulations, HTS classification, valuation, and origin rules.
• Experience with ACE reporting and Power BI dashboards.
• Familiarity with Section 232 tariffs and correction processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP GTS or similar trade compliance systems.
• Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements (USMCA) and special customs regimes.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range: $70,000–$78,000 annually (temp-to-hire).

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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