Principal Import Export Administrator

Northrop Grumman
Rolling Meadows, IL

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Requisition ID: R10153695

  • Category : Global Supply Chain
  • Location : Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States of America
  • Citizenship required : United States Citizenship
  • Clearance Type : Secret
  • Telecommute : Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
  • Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required : No
  • Positions Available : 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Rolling Meadows, IL facility is looking for a Principal Import/Export Administrator to work in our Manufacturing/Operations organization.

Roles and Responsibilities Include:

  • Plans, schedules, and routes imports and exports, including monitoring the flow of traffic to/from foreign destinations, ensuring related customer service, brokerage, and customs transaction compliance.
  • Maintains compliance with federal and foreign regulations governing the shipment, receipt, and documentation of imported/exported products.
  • Assists with trade compliance counsel assessments and prepares and/or reviews documentation as needed with management.
  • Determines HTS & Schedule B classifications to products and components and ensures the system of record is updated within the parts master.
  • Establishes and maintains training and post-audit assessments (PO/Sales Order to Payment) as it relates to import and export activity, to ensure.
  • implementation and effectiveness of internal compliance controls.
  • Interfaces with cross-functional departments to manage requests for information missing at the time of import or export.
  • Researches and resolves customer or supplier issues. Interfaces with internal and external worldwide import/export operations and organizations
  • Works with internal programs, outside vendors, and suppliers to improve compliance efficiencies, and prepare correct documentation under the internal requirements, terms & conditions, and government regulations while.
  • reducing potential inbound and outbound transportation delays.
  • Research transportation methods, rates, and routes, and reconciles domestic and international freight bills.
  • Develop programs to audit and monitor carrier rates and charges and evaluate past performance and cost of transportation.
  • Performs various reporting and accounting functions within the Transportation/Shipping department.
  • Negotiates with foreign customers to develop handling agreements. Acts as liaison with U.S. customs representatives to resolve problems.

This position will be filled by the Principal Import Export Administrator

Basic Qualifications Principal Import Export Administrator:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience or a master's degree with one year of relevant experience; 10 years of relevant experience will be considered in place of a bachelor's degree.
  • Experience in logistics, operations, or supply chain on Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Trade Compliance, and Import/Export regulations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent communication (written and oral) must be able to represent the organization on specific projects.
  • Must be self-initiating, needing only general supervision for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Level security clearance and US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Customs Brokers License - SAP experience desired/preferred - In-depth knowledge of handling imports and/or exports under Government Regulations, including knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • 6+ years of experience in processing international transportation activities - Ability to understand the global impact of regulatory decisions (assertiveness and diplomacy to achieve results)

MANUMS

Salary Range: $60,900 - $91,300 Salary Range 2: $75,000 - $112,400 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Posted 2026-05-12

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