Trade Contract Specialist – Import/Export Compliance

About the role

We are looking for a Trade Contract Specialist to join our dynamic team in Costa Rica. The role supports import/export compliance data management across North America and Europe, focusing on product classification, auditing, database maintenance, process development, training, reporting and metrics.

Key responsibilities

• Determine and assign local HS classifications for equipment and chemicals based on the WCO Harmonized System.
• Maintain and update international and national classification codes following customs tariff revisions.
• Monitor customs tariff developments and implement necessary changes across regions.
• Respond to HS classification inquiries to ensure timely goods clearance.
• Support the Trade Compliance Center of Excellence in defining and documenting HS determination criteria.
• Advise divisions on customs tariff issues and coordinate HS code activities with external partners.
• Participate in trade compliance, market and divisional projects, including Chemical Weapon Convention and ECCN classifications.
• Perform internal compliance audits, provide metrics, develop SOPs and support SAP implementation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Proficiency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in trade compliance, HS code classification or regulatory affairs is preferred.

Required skills

• SAP system usage.
• Microsoft Office suite.