Global Customs Specialist

University degree in business, international trade, engineering, law, or related field

Formal training or certification in customs/trade compliance

5–10+ years of experience in global trade compliance, preferably with a customs broker, consultancy, or similar environment

Strong expertise in HTSUS, USMCA, tariff shift, and substantial transformation

Experience reviewing complex BOMs and working cross-functionally with engineering teams

Structured, detail-oriented, and execution-focused

What We Offer

Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program

Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback

Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.

Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.

Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.

We are seeking a hands-on Global Customs Compliance Leader to drive tariff classification, origin strategy, and regulatory governance across global import and export activities, with strong expertise supporting exports into the United States.

This role reports to the Director of Logistics and combines deep technical judgment with execution. You will own HS classification, USMCA/free trade compliance, and customs risk mitigation while directly performing origin analysis, tariff shift assessments, and classification decisions for both standard manufactured products and custom-engineered solutions.

HS Code Classification & Governance

Lead global HS code strategy with strong focus on HTSUS and U.S. compliance

Determine and maintain classifications for assemblies, kits, and engineered equipment

Govern supplier HS codes and maintain classification documentation

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.

At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.