Trade Compliance Specialist

Nidec Motor Corporation • Mankato, MN

1d • Remote

About The Position

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality. Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers’ electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry’s leading manufacturer.
Position Objective: The Trade Compliance Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring that our company adheres to all trade regulations and compliance standards, while optimizing duty savings and maintaining accurate records. This position will utilize strong expertise in Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) qualification to effectively analyze and execute all relevant trade compliance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Determine and audit Harmonized Tariff Schedule and Schedule B classifications
• Assists in conducting import compliance audits and review and implement corrective actions
• Assist in developing, preparing, and providing periodic metrics and KPI reports for import and export operations
• Analyze data from ACE reports for errors and anomalies.
• Assist Accounting with gathering import duty costs, estimating import duty surcharges for customer invoicing, import duty cost analysis, and other tasks as necessary.
• Respond to broker and forwarder requests for information to support imports and exports.
• Conduct post-entry audits to verify compliance of import transactions, ensuring accurate declarations, identifying discrepancies and preparing corrective actions if necessary.
• Analyze and verify product eligibility for USMCA; prepare and maintain documentation for USMCA certification and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper understanding and implementation of USMCA rules of origin.
• Implement best practices to drive productivity and streamline opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all trade compliance activities and documentation.
• Provide support related to country-of-origin determination.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best-in-class company match of 100% on the employee’s first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level