Trade Compliance Specialist
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Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
What we offer:
Competitive salary bonus plan
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
What you will do
We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Trade Compliance Specialist with expertise in Country of Origin (COO) Determination to join our compliance team. You will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the necessary regulations and standards related to country-of-origin determination, marking, labeling, and documentation. You will assess, document, and verify the origin of goods based on applicable trade agreements, and customs regulations. This role requires collaboration with supply chain, procurement, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure proper classification and is crucial in maintaining our company’s compliance with international trade laws.
How you will do it
Conduct thorough country of origin determinations for a variety of products in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and other international trade agreements.
Apply rules of origin including substantial transformation and tariff shift analysis.
Ensure all products are compliant with origin marking and labeling requirements
Analyze and interpret complex trade regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements to ensure compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics, and legal to gather necessary information for accurate country of origin determinations.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and records related to country-of-origin determinations and compliance activities.
Conduct audits and maintain documentation to support COO claims, including supplier affidavits, manufacturing processes, and trade compliance records
Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on country-of-origin requirements, compliance processes, and best practices.
Monitor changes in trade regulations and practices, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary updates to compliance procedures.
Participate in trade compliance projects and initiatives aimed at improving processes and systems related to country-of-origin determination.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What we look for
Required:
2-4 years of related professional experience in trade compliance, customs regulations, or international trade
Strong understanding of COO determination methods, including substantial transformation, tariff shift, and regional value calculations
Familiarity with HTS classification and trade agreements
Exceptional Excel skills and data analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret regulatory language
Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Up to 10% travel within North America – valid passport (or ability to obtain one) is needed
Preferred:
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) and/or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or similar trade compliance certification
Experience with U.S. Customs (CBP) rulings
Bilingual - Spanish/English
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $65,000-80,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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