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Import Trade Compliance Specialist

DigiKey
Thief River Falls, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025
DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.

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Position Overview

The Import Trade Compliance Specialist is primarily responsible for coordinating & executing import compliance work required under Federal, State, Local and global laws. The Import Specialist will assist a variety of business areas in preparing necessary documentation and processes related to the monitorship and compliance generally; will prepare and maintain compliance reports related to import issues; and will proactively identify and mitigate import compliance risks and exposures throughout DigiKey.

This role will require a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

  • Pre-entry verification of shipments into the FTZ
  • Assist with zone to zone transfers (TRF to Fargo, Fargo to TRF)
  • Assist with Entry paperwork for consumption entries
  • Assist with gathering information for auditing and reporting functions completed by Import Trade Compliance Manager
  • Audit for accuracy of part record details prior to FTZ activation
  • Spot checks of part record accuracy (C of O, quantity, etc.)
  • Assisting with information gathering for drawback claims
  • Taking on additional responsibilities from Senior Trade Compliance Specialist or Trade Compliance Manager


Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Zero to Four years of Trade Compliance experience
  • Zero to Three years of experience working at Digi-Key with experience in Sales, PDC, Logistics, Shipping or Customer Service
  • Candidate has a strong understanding of the various functions of Digi-Key, how they work together as well as the industry Digi-Key operates in
  • Candidate has strong knowledge of Digi-Key brand and its principles
  • Must be well versed in Import compliance
  • Knowledge in the following tools/systems/software: ACE, FileNet, Broker/Carrier Portals, WinDECS, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Must be able to perform the following behavioral competencies; attention to detail, communication proficiency, customer/client focus, ethical conduct, initiative, manages execution, personal effectiveness/credibility, positive attitude, problem solving, professionalism, project management, thoroughness and time management


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in International Business, Economics, Business Administration or similar area of study or equivalent, relevant work experience


Physical Requirements

  • Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen
  • Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body


Compensation

The base pay range for this position is:

$19.25

to

$26.50

Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate’s work experience in related roles; the candidate’s knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position.

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DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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Salary : $19 - $27

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