What are the responsibilities and job description for the Export Compliance Analyst (ECCN and ISO) position at Smith & Associates?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Export Compliance Analyst to support and enforce our organization’s global trade compliance obligations. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with U.S. and international export laws, regulations, and standards, particularly EAR (Export Administration Regulations), ECCN classification, HTS/Schedule B verification, and ISO certification maintenance.
Responsibilities
- KYC and Due Diligence: Conduct Know Your Customer (KYC) background research and due diligence checks on customers, suppliers, and partners to ensure compliance with trade regulations and denied party lists
- Export Classification: Perform technical classification of items under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), including assigning ECCNs for category 3 (electronics) items and other product families
- Tariff Classification: Accurately determine and verify HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) and Schedule B codes for domestic and international shipments
- Export Documentation & Screening: Support preparation and review of export documentation, end-use/end-user screening, and support license determination or exception use under U.S. export laws
- ISO Compliance Management: Maintain ISO certification renewals and audits (e.g., ISO 9001), including document control, audit readiness and corrective action suggestions
- Regulatory Monitoring: Stay current on changes in export control laws, trade sanctions and related regulatory environments affecting the company’s operations
- Internal Training & Auditing: Assist in developing internal compliance policies and training programs; support internal audits and risk assessments for trade compliance
- Recordkeeping & Reporting: Maintain required compliance records and prepare reports for internal stakeholders or regulatory agencies as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in international business, trade compliance, engineering or a related field
- 2–5 years of experience in export compliance, global trade or a related regulatory field
- Strong understanding of EAR, ECCNs, HTS, Schedule B and U.S. sanctions programs
- Familiarity with ISO certification processes (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485, etc)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Location: 5306 Hollister Street
Houston TX 77040
Fully in office
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
FSLA: Exempt
Smith is an equal opportunity employer
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