Tariff Compliance Consultant – Chemical Products

Expeditors

  • Portland, OR
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Company DescriptionTradewin is a leading international trade compliance consulting firm. We provide consultation and services that help companies become compliant with import and export laws and regulations, while minimizing duty payments wherever possible. Our expert team helps clients uncover opportunities to reduce costs, accelerate supply chain cycles, minimize duties, and strengthen both visibility and security. From pre-shipment planning to post-entry audits, we specialize in solving the challenges that arise before and after cargo moves.Our core services include HTS classification, duty drawback, reconciliation, compliance assessments, duty recovery, and C-TPAT/supply chain security implementation.At Tradewin, we don't just ensure compliance-we empower smarter, faster, and more secure global trade.Job DescriptionA Tradewin Chemical Classification Specialist will perform various roles within our team, including:
  • Assigning Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications for imported products
  • Classifying exported products according to Schedule B
  • Conducting research and interpreting Customs rulings to determine HTS classifications
  • Utilizing reference materials such as the HTSUS schedule and Explanatory Notes effectively
  • Coordinating and communicating with both domestic and international client offices
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally
  • Performing additional trade-related tasks as assigned
Qualifications
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in a scientific field such as biology or chemistry
  • Experience with analyzing chemical structures, MSDS/SDS sheets, hazardous chemicals, chemical bonds, food processes, or ingredient analysis
  • Proven customer service and strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficient with PC applications, including Microsoft Office suite; must be comfortable working with data in Excel. Experience with Power BI, MS Access, or SharePoint is a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Excellent analytical skills with the capability to document and explain processes clearly and logically
  • Strong investigative and problem-solving skills
  • Laboratory experience is desirable
Additional InformationExpeditors offers excellent benefits:
  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
  • Health Plan: Medical
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Training and Personnel Development Program
  • Growth opportunities within the company
  • Employee Referral Program Bonus

Expeditors