Trade Compliance Specialist

If you are a Trade Compliance professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Houston location, you will serve as the primary resource for day-to-day activities associated with import/export compliance for US locations of Actuation Technologies.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Who You Are:

You deliver messages in a clear, compelling and concise manner, and you actively listen and check for understanding.  You invite input and share ownership and visibility. You proactively develop relationships with a wide variety of people, and you act with diplomacy and tact.  You step up to handle tough issues, and you quickly and decisively take actions in fast-changing, unpredictable situations.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• B.S. degree in Business, technical field, law or equivalent work experience
• 5 years related experience, including minimum of 3 years of import/export compliance accountability in industry or government position
• Import: CFR 15 knowledge, understanding of USHTS classification, Customs and Border Protection forms and responses, Transportation In Bond, import entry packets, Importer Self Filing, PSAs, ADD/CVD, Broker communication, valuation, country of origin and marking, record keeping
• Export: CFR 19 knowledge, understanding of ECCN classification, Shipper’s Letter of Instruction, Electronic Export Information, Embargos, Sanctions, Boycott, Freight Forwarder / carrier communication, transaction and restricted party screening, record keeping
• Ability to coordinate the implementation and adoption of all import/export/supply chain security policies in all facilities within scope
• Ability to create, review and adhere to internal Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Logistics – General knowledge of Ocean, Air, Parcel and Truck 
• Incoterms – General knowledge
• Supply Chain Security – General Knowledge

• Knowledge of Archer, Tradesphere Exporter, Oracle, TRAX, Global Trade Management 

Our Culture & Commitment to You​

​At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. ​

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.​

Learn more about our Culture & Values. ​