Job Description

Import Compliance Specialist

Under general supervision and reporting to the Director of Operations, the Import Compliance Specialist is responsible for maintaining and executing the import compliance program, including auditing cargo manifests, and communicating with shipping- and freight-forwarders. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, standards, regulations, and policies related to product safety across product categories. Work closely with business partners to resolve issues and prevent violations as well as maintain and enforce the corporate product safety program.

Job Functions

• Provide regulatory guidance to internal customers.
• Manage daily import/export activities including interaction with customs brokers & freight forwarders.
• Review potential exports to determine the proper export authorization.
• Classify products for import & export, including USML, ECCN, Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes and Country of Origin.
• Interface with internal functions (i.e., Program Management, Supply Chain) to ensure all work processes are in compliance with U.S. trade regulations.
• Draft and update procedures, instructions, forms, and templates.
• Provide compliance trainings to internal customers.
• Conduct investigations into potential compliance issues.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with compliance team on various projects, conferences, audits, assessments, reports, etc.
• Provide guidance and assistance on a broad range of import/export compliance matters, including:
• Documentation
• Export Licensing
• Access Controls
• Recordkeeping
• Classification
• Origin Determination
• Customs Valuation
• Post Summary Corrections
• Partner Government Agencies
• Screening / KYC
• Incoterms
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• US Census Foreign Trade Schedule B system
• US International Trade Commission HTS online reference tool

Skills

• Proficiency with ACE portal desired relevant to both import and export activities
• Fluent English reading and writing is required
• Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills (have the ability to set priorities)
• Excellent computer skills: SAP, MS Office Suite and SharePoint
• Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills required
• Knowledge of basic computer skills, include basic Excel skills - must pass Excel test

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and appropriately.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Pass pre-hire background check including DMV and credit screening
• Pass Pre-hire Drug Screening Supervision Received
• The work is performed under general supervision
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Education and Skills (including certifications):

• Bachelor's Degree Required and 4 or more years of relevant experience and practical knowledge in US import compliance
• License Customs Broker, Preferred
• Legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and similar software applications
• Knowledge of the FTR, CBP regulations, ITAR and EAR.
• Specifically, experience with:
• Export Classification
• Export Authorization Determination
• Export Licensing
• Access Controls
• Tariff Classification
• Country of Origin Determination
• Custom's Valuation
• Broker and Forwarder Management
• Post Summary Corrections
• Automated Commercial Environment
• Audits

Working Conditions

Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction. Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time. Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others. Environment: Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the SMS team, and external customers. Other Factors: Typical hours worked are Monday Friday from 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Benefits

• 12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
• 10 days paid sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
• Champ Plan Wellness and Health
• Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings
• Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances
• Free wellness initiatives
• Free tele-health
• Free and discounted RX
• Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)
• Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment
• Requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation
• 401k retirement savings with match
• Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment
• 100% match of 1st 3% contribution
• 50% match of next 2% contribution
• IMMEDIATE VESTING
• Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
• Regular Hourly rate for travel time
• Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
• Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
• Federal rate Mileage reimbursement (.67/mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company business
• Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
• Overnight trips - Up to $75
• Leaving home after 4 pm $40
• Federal rate mileage reimbursement (.67/mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company business
• Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
• Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
• Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
• Overnight trips - Up to $75
• Leaving home after 4 pm $40
• $1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
• Initial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehire

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