Senior Import/Export Specialist

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  • The Senior Import/Export Specialist is a key member of the Global Trade Compliance team responsible for ensuring compliant, efficient, and scalable import and export operations with a primary focus on U.S. imports.
  • This role is responsible for complex tariff classification, import compliance controls, analytics, audit support, process design, and cross-functional trade compliance initiatives.
  • The position partners closely with Legal, Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Product Management, Customs Brokers, and regional trade teams to standardize processes, improve data quality, implement automation opportunities, and maintain compliance with customs and export control regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Key Responsibilities Perform and maintain HS/HTS classifications and support ECCN determinations for semiconductor equipment, spare parts, components, electronics, software, and related technologies.
  • Review and validate bro ker filing s, customs documentation, customs val ues, cou ntry of origin declarations, and trade remedy applicability.
  • Act as a primary interface for CBP Requests for Information (CF-28 /29s etc ), audits, post-entry reviews, disclosures, and compliance inquiries.
  • Design, document, and continuously improve import/export processes, controls, SOPs, and governance procedures.
  • Develop exception reporting, validation controls, systemic data feeds, and compliance monitoring metrics.
  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, compliance analytics, and exception reporting to monitor key trade compliance KPIs, identify operational and regulatory risks, and drive data-driven decision making.
  • Partner closely with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and external service providers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, broker instructions, service level expectations, and established standard operating procedures.
  • Lead trade compliance projects, system enhancements, and automation initiatives.
  • Coordinate with logistics providers, customs brokers, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to standardize global processes.
  • Support internal and external audits and conduct periodic reviews of trade compliance controls and records.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and present risk assessments and recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years .
  • Base Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
  • Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.
  • Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
  • The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting.
  • Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.
  • We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.
  • If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
  • We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
  • Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
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