Trade Compliance Specialist - Junior

Job Description

Trade Compliance Specialist

Contract at least 6 months with the potential for extension

Remote

Pay Rate: $25.00-30.00/hr

Must Have

Excel - Pivot Tables, VLookups

Powerpoint - presentation creation

At least 1 year (job/internships) in a position that had some interaction with logistics, transportation or customs

Comfortable with research and analysis of ever changing requirements

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Compliance Specialist to join our team, reporting directly to the Manager of Standards. This role requires a strong critical thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling a variety of tasks including content moderation, data tracking, vendor communication, and internal support.

This is a fully remote position based out of our Massachusetts office, with occasional in-person attendance required for quarterly meetings, annual summits, or other scheduled events.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage incoming email communications, conducting research and resolving issues efficiently.
• Generate reports, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and track the resolution of compliance matters.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for vendors during onboarding, sharing requirements and answering questions.
• Maintain organized records, track spending, and log invoice histories.
• Support the development of meeting content, including agendas, notes, action items, and presentation materials.
• Ensure compliance with purchase order procedures and follow up on discrepancies.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and document system-related issues.
• Communicate with both internal teams and external partners to facilitate issue resolution.
• Monitor and maintain work queues, providing status updates as needed.
• Maintain and update distribution lists for internal communication.
• Monitor system dashboards, perform analysis, and share insights with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide backup support across the department and assist in implementing new processes and improvements.
• Contribute to special projects and provide general team support as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.