Sr. Specialist, Trade Compliance
Date: 19 Oct 2026
Location: Shanghai, SH, CN, 200031
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 79179
The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Day to Day Responsibilities
• Accurately assign HS to goods and apply correct duty/tax rates and origin rules. Familiar with HS code classification principles.
• Able to prepare, submit, and follow up on Customs advanced ruling applications to secure consistent, compliant.
• Compile, verify, and lodge accurate import/export declarations, ensuring invoices, packing lists, bills of lading/air waybills, permits, and supporting documents are complete and consistent.
• Familiar with the Operational Requirements for different trade modes.
• Keep shipments aligned with Customs regulations, import/export controls, and licensing requirements; maintain accurate, audit-ready records and uphold company SOPs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders & expedite clearance.
• Act as the liaison between Customs, brokers, forwarders, carriers, and internal teams; track shipment status and proactively resolve holds, inspections, and discrepancies to avoid delays, demurrage, and penalties.
• Maintain clearance records, reconcile duty/tax payments, and report on clearance timelines, costs, and compliance metrics.
Education & Experience
• Bachelor degree,minimum 3 years of experiences on import/export operation and customs compliance (HS classification, customs value, FTA, rule of origin, etc.) .
• Knowledge in HTS Classification, Export Compliance and Foreign Trade Agreements.
• Experience working in a matrix environment or on a cross functional team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and AI tool.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with stakeholders, across functions, countries, both internally and externally.
Required Skills
• Result-oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Process driven and have good business acumen.
• Business integrity, maturity, acumen, professionalism, and teamwork spirit.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.