Trade Compliance Specialist – Decatur, IL – 1028985

Job DescriptionTrade Compliance Specialist – Decatur, ILJob Responsibilities:Audits, Controls & Continuous ImprovementSupport external customs auditsConduct internal reviews to assess effectiveness and drive corrective and preventive actions.Broker & Declarations OversightMaintain the master list of customs brokers and Powers of Attorney.Obtain and analyze declaration data from brokers; identify risks and opportunities.Classification, Valuation & Compliance OperationsOversee accurate HS classification and customs valuationEnsure compatibility of business strategies with CETC and regulatory requirements (US and relevant Canada cross-border trade).Country of Origin (CoO) & FTAResolve historical origin/FTA issues and implement preventive measures (USMCA and other FTA)Special Projects & Program ImplementationSupport CETC special projects and drive regional implementation across US and Canada operations.Identify opportunities for new CETC projects to enhance compliance and efficiency.Systems & DataSupport data analytics for trade KPIs and compliance dashboards.Required Skills:Strong knowledge of customs legislation with a focus on North America (incl' Canada)Proven experience in trade compliance and internal and external auditing.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex trade data and regulations.Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision and drive initiatives to completion.Efficient communicator (written and verbal), adept at stakeholder management and training non-experts.Extensive digital literacy; proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and collaboration tools.Professional English language skills.Education Requirements:The TCS has a relevant university degree or higher, supplemented by relevant professional training.Required Experience:The TCS has at least 7 years active experience as a customs specialist, working in a
large or medium-sized company. Previous roles should include the filing of customs and excise declarations, internal auditing, data processing, and reporting.Additional Information:The TCS will be working in the corporate Customs & Excise Trade Compliance function of the ADM organization.The TCS reports to the Sr. Manager CETC CanadaExcited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:109558BR#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments – environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law