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Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Compliance Specialist – North America

Morrisville, NCOnsiteFull Time$73,100–$112,125 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Foreign-Trade Zone
  • FTZ
  • Trade Compliance
  • Customs Regulations
  • CBP
  • import regulations
  • classification
  • valuation
  • trade agreements
  • FTZ operations

Nice to have

  • SAP
  • ERP
  • trade compliance management systems

Role summary

Lenovo is seeking a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Trade Compliance Specialist for their North America team. This role supports international trade operations and FTZ compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing FTZ documentation, ensuring inventory accuracy, conducting audits, assisting with reporting and inquiries, performing HTS classification, analyzing tariffs, and leveraging data analytics for process improvement. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs regulations, and/or FTZ operations, with a strong understanding of U.S. import regulations and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with SAP/ERP or trade compliance management systems is preferred.

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. 
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
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Description and Requirements

Lenovo is currently seeking a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Trade Compliance Specialist to join our North America team. This role will support international trade operations, FTZ compliance, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements within a growing and dynamic operation.


The FTZ Trade Compliance Specialist will help ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements while navigating the complex and rapidly evolving U.S. trade and customs environment. This role will be responsible for supporting effective trade compliance processes, maintaining accurate FTZ records and inventory, mitigating regulatory risk, and supporting Lenovo’s broader international trade operations.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Oversee documentation related to FTZ operations and customs clearance in accordance with CBP rules and regulations
  • Support FTZ admissions, transfers, withdrawals, and consumption entries while ensuring accurate and timely processing
  • Maintain FTZ inventory accuracy and research and resolve inventory balance discrepancies
  • Ensure proper recordkeeping and documentation in accordance with CBP requirements and established document retention procedures
  • Conduct audits of FTZ files and supporting documentation to identify and address potential compliance gaps
  • Support post-entry activities and responses to CBP inquiries, including CF28 and CF29 requests
  • Ensure compliance with Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements, applicable tariffs, licensing requirements, and other import regulations
  • Assist with FTZ reporting, reconciliation, and periodic compliance activities
  • Perform Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and country-of-origin verification
  • Analyze tariffs and trade measures, including Section 301 and other applicable tariff programs, to assess duty exposure and business impact
  • Leverage data analytics to identify anomalies, compliance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external service providers to support compliant and efficient import and FTZ operations

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs regulations, and/or FTZ operations
  • Strong understanding of U.S. import regulations and trade compliance requirements including classification, valuation, trade agreements, and FTZ operations
  • Demonstrated ability to use data analytics to identify anomalies, compliance risks, and process gaps
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word
  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in international trade, customs compliance, supply chain, or Foreign-Trade Zone operations
  • Strong operational experience in U.S. import and trade compliance processes
  • Direct experience with import and export processes and related documentation
  • Hands-on FTZ experience including admissions, transfers, withdrawals, and consumption entries
  • Working knowledge of the U.S. import entry process and CBP rules and regulations
  • Knowledge of HTS classification, country-of-origin requirements, and rules of origin
  • Strong attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to documentation and data accuracy
  • Experience working with SAP/ERP platforms, and/or trade compliance management systems
Basic Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs regulations, and/or FTZ operations
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The anticipated annual compensation range for this position is 73,100–112,125 USD. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, skills, and business considerations. Individuals may also be considered for bonuses and/or commissions. Lenovo’s various benefits can be found at www.lenovobenefits.com In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), the expected application deadline for this position is 11-30-2026. This requirement applies to both internal and external candidates.

General Information

Req # WD00103937 Career area: Supply Chain Country/Region: United States of America State: North Carolina City: Morrisville Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Working time: Full-time Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
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