Technical Specialist – Trade Compliance

?? Katy, TX Area
?? Contract Position (6 Months with Possible Extension)
?? $35–$40/hour (Based on Experience)
?? Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting for a Technical Specialist – Trade Compliance on behalf of a respected client in the Katy, TX area. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in global trade, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.

Position Overview

The Technical Specialist serves as a key liaison between Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, and Global Trade Services. This role ensures that all import/export activities meet applicable global trade regulations while maintaining accurate compliance data and supporting efficient global product movement.

You will play a critical role in risk mitigation, classification accuracy, and data integrity—especially as it relates to new product development and design changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate product classifications using HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) and ECCN (Export Control Classification Numbers)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international trade regulations, including EAR and ITAR (as applicable)
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to support new product introductions (NPI) and design changes
• Maintain and manage compliance data within jurisdiction and classification systems
• Uphold internal compliance procedures and Quality Management System (QMS) standards
• Act as an interface between technical experts and trade compliance teams for accurate material classification
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within trade compliance processes
• Assist in maintaining data accuracy within ERP and compliance systems

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Engineering, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 1+ year of experience in trade compliance, customs, or global logistics
• Working knowledge of:
  • Import/export regulations
  • HTS classification
  • Country-of-origin rules
• Experience with ERP systems and compliance databases
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work within an ITAR-regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with REACH and RoHS regulations
• Exposure to environmental compliance and material restriction requirements
• Familiarity with:
  • Material declarations
  • Supplier compliance documentation
  • Substance data collection
• Understanding of how environmental compliance integrates with trade compliance
• Experience supporting compliance during NPI and engineering changes

Core Competencies

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Inclusion
• Teamwork
• Innovation

Interview Process

• Initial phone interview
• Follow-up in-person panel interview

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers strong potential for contract extension and exposure to both global trade compliance and environmental compliance, allowing you to expand your expertise within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

?? Apply today with Express Employment Professionals to be considered for this opportunity!