Senior International Trade Compliance Specialist

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

Senior International Trade Compliance Specialist

Location(s)

US Remote - NJ

The Company

PerkinElmer is a global analytical services and solutions provider with offerings including the leading

OneSource Field and Laboratory services business that serve the biopharma, food, environmental,

safety and applied end markets to accelerate scientific outcomes. Since 1937, PerkinElmer has served

as a trusted partner in laboratory analysis and management and today complements its service offerings

with a broad portfolio of atomic spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, and chromatography instruments,

consumables, and reagents. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 team members, the Company

serves customers in more than 35 countries. Additional information is available at www.perkinelmer.com

Purpose

PerkinElmer is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior International Trade Compliance

Specialist to lead and support our global trade compliance operations. This role is critical to ensuring

we meet regulatory requirements, minimize risk exposure, and operate efficiently in an evolving global

trade landscape—including in response to changing tariffs and geopolitical developments.

This position reports to the Compliance Director and works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Legal,

Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

o Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

o Ensure compliance with U.S. and international import/export laws, including EAR,

ITAR, OFAC, and other applicable regulations.

o Monitor and interpret changes in trade regulations, tariffs, and trade programs (e.g.,

Section 301, USMCA, FTAs) and advise the business on necessary actions.

o Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews; develop and track

corrective actions.

o Tariff Classification & Trade Controls

o Review and assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and ECCN classifications for

products globally.

o Manage country of origin determination and valuation for import/export documentation.

o Maintain accurate records to support preferential trade programs and duty drawback.

o Operational Execution

o Oversee day-to-day trade operations, including customs entries, export

documentation, and licensing.

o Partner with brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to

ensure timely and compliant movement of goods.

o Resolve customs holds, border delays, and supply chain disruptions related to trade issues. o Training, Systems & Collaboration o Develop and deliver trade compliance training to relevant stakeholders across the organization. o Support the implementation and optimization of trade compliance modules within ERP or trade management systems. o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of compliance into business practices.

· Basic Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Law, or related field.

· Minimum of 6–8 years of experience in global trade compliance, preferably in the life sciences,

medical device, or manufacturing industry.

· Strong understanding of U.S. import/export regulations and tariff regimes.

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