Senior Trade Operations Specialist
4 days ago• Raleigh, NC
Smithton, PA
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The opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy's Service Business as a Trade Operations Specialist, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the classification and movement of products, software, and technology across global markets. You'll work at ensuring that supply chain operations, technical product management, and our service activities meet all trade operations requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the reliability and efficiency of the power grid by enabling seamless, compliant operations in a rapidly evolving industry.
How you'll make an impact
- Coordinate the information needed to classify products, software, and technology for export and import according to government and internal regulations.
- Support the preparation and review of product classification reports and master data management.
- Analyze goods for upcoming shipments, identifying and coordinating the classification of items in response to regulatory developments.
- Provide timely support for the classification of purchased goods and assist with the documents required for customs declarations.
- Deliver training and guidance to business unit staff on trade operations and document requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of compliant trade information into daily operations.
- Monitor, manage, and mitigate non-compliance based on the Global Trade Compliance team's requirements.
- Responsible to coordinate with the Global Trade Compliance team to maintain operational requirements for cross border trade.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your background
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, legal, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in import, export, or trade operations environments.
- Knowledge of export control and customs regulations relevant to product classification.
- Strong business mindset, responsiveness, and initiative.
- Effective communicator and team player, able to collaborate across functions.
- Customs Brokerage License preferred; technical knowledge of products, software, or applied technologies is helpful but not required.
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, you'll gain hands-on experience with global trade operations, work alongside experts in compliance and technology, and have opportunities for ongoing learning and professional growth.
- Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
- A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
- Access to learning platforms and career development programs
- Competitive health and retirement benefits
- Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
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Client-provided location(s): Raleigh, NC, Smithton, PA
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-168925
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-12-09T23:34:55
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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