Import Compliance Associate

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, GGG Manufacturing) and has been importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-driven Import Compliance Associate to support our Import Compliance function. This role is critical to ensuring our organization meets all U.S. Customs and Partner Government Agency requirements while maintaining seamless, on-time product flow.

As a key member of the Import Compliance team, you will evaluate the accuracy of import entries, lead classification initiatives, investigate issues, and deliver actionable insights that enhance operational integrity. You will collaborate closely with warehouses, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales Support, and external partners to support compliant, efficient, and uninterrupted operations.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Support CTPAT compliance across facilities, partners, and processes, including procedural, physical, and personnel security requirements.
• Maintain and administer risk assessments, Minimum Security Criteria (MSC), and warehouse security expectations.
• Ensure adherence to U.S. import laws and internal compliance programs.
• Lead a comprehensive HTS classification project and manage ongoing system accuracy for HTS and duty updates.
• Review, verify, and validate partner data against Customs compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate entry packets—including valuation details, country-of-origin declarations, and all required documentation—in accordance with SOPs.
• Investigate compliance discrepancies, identify root causes, and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor regulatory updates and compliance bulletins, escalating significant changes to leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with compliance standards.
• Improve, automate, and simplify import procedures to strengthen audit readiness and support scalable, compliant growth.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, preferred
• Experience with import compliance programs, HTS classification, CTPAT, or other trade compliance frameworks, preferred
• 5–7 years of experience in logistics, imports, international transportation, or supply chain operations, required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data cleaning, data validation).
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong prioritization skills with the ability to pivot as needs change.
• High level of professionalism, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
  
  

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 annually plus bonus

Our company will be relocating to a new corporate headquarters in Madison, NJ in Q4 of 2026. Candidates should be comfortable with this upcoming change in location.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
• Happiness:
• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
• Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events
  

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.