DENSO TEN AMERICA Limited provides a working environment where ambitious individuals grow and teamwork flourishes. We invest in our people because our success depends on their personal and professional development. DENSO TEN management is committed to respecting each employee while nurturing both individual and team capabilities. We seek to put people first, encourage participative decision making by all members, foster collaborative teamwork and support career development.
Comprehensive Benefits Package (offered to direct hire full time teammates):
- Health & Wellness: Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans, Wellness Program
- Financial Security: 401(k) with 5% Company Match, Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Flexible Spending Account
- Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement, Career Development & Ongoing Training
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Holidays & Vacation, Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Recognition: Recognition Programs for Achievements & Milestones
Position Summary
The Compliance Specialist supports the organization's import/export operations, compliance, and regulatory risk management activities. This role works cross-functionally to ensure adherence to U.S. and international trade laws, corporate policies, and contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities – Legal & Regulatory Compliance
• Support implementation and monitoring of compliance programs
• Conduct legal and regulatory research
• Assist with audits, investigations, and corrective actions
• Draft and maintain compliance policies and training materials
Key Responsibilities – Import / Export Compliance
• Support HTS classification, COO determinations, and valuation
• Ensure compliance with CBP, EAR, ITAR, and CTPAT Certification Standards
• Coordinate with brokers and logistics providers
• Maintain statutory import/export records
Risk Management & Controls
• Identify compliance risks and gaps
• Track remediation actions
• Support compliance metrics and reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business, or related field
- 5+ years compliance, legal, or trade experience
- 5+ years Customs clearance experience- with harmonized tariff schedule (HTS)
- 5+ years Identifying Country of origin experience
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Experience with Forced labor requirements
- Experience with CTPAT
- Intermediate excel and reporting skills
- Cross border compliance
- Business level Spanish Required (read, write, verbal)
- Business level English Required
Preferred Qualifications
• Automotive or manufacturing experience
• Paralegal certification, law degree or law firm background
• Familiarity with USMCA, IATF 16949
Compliance Statement
This role supports the company's commitment to Right Work, Right Way and building a strong culture of compliance.