LG Energy Solution Arizona · 7 hours ago
Sr. Specialist, Customs Compliance
Queen Creek, Arizona
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expLG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. In this role, the successful candidate will serve as the Senior Customs Compliance Specialist, responsible for overseeing import operations and managing relationships with external customs service providers to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Oversee daily U.S. import customs clearance activities, ensuring full compliance with CBP and applicable government agency regulations
Serve as the primary point of contact for external customs brokers and freight forwarders; manage performance, address issues, and ensure timely and accurate customs processing
Administer and maintain Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, ensuring adherence to compliance requirements, including inventory control, recordkeeping, and reporting
Maintain accurate and up-to-date import documentation, including HTS classifications, country of origin determinations, and product valuation data
Partner with cross-functional teams—including logistics, procurement, and legal—to ensure import operations align with corporate objectives and compliance standards
Conduct regular audits of customs entries and broker activities to verify accuracy, identify discrepancies, and maintain regulatory compliance
Support internal and external audits, including CBP reviews and assessments from other relevant authorities
Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction within customs and import operations, and lead implementation of best practices
Monitor and interpret updates to U.S. trade regulations, including CBP guidance, USMCA provisions, and other international trade agreements, to ensure proactive compliance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in customs compliance, import operations or international logistics, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
Bachelor's Degree in general business, business administration, supply chain, logistics, engineering or related field required
Experience managing third-party customs brokers or logistics service providers
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support resolution of abnormalities affecting operations
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet or work with South Korea Headquarters or other global sites
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Preferred
Experience with Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification
Company
LG Energy Solution Arizona
LG Energy Solutions leads the future eco-friendly energy industry by developing distinguished materials and next-generation batteries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase