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Foreign Trade Zone Administrator

Job in El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, 88568, USA
Listing for: Forward Air Corp.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-25
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Entry, IT Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Job Category Operations:
    Individual Contributors
  • Job Category Logistics and Transportation
  • Job Function Global Customs Brokerage
Job Description

The Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Administrator supports daily FTZ operations to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and company procedures. They execute core FTZ transactions, maintain accurate records, and support inventory control processes within the zone. They work closely with internal teams, customs brokers, and operations teams to ensure all FTZ activity is properly documented and audit-ready.

FTZ Administrators are core members of the FTZ Operations team and receive on-the-job training and exposure to regulatory best practices, making this a great launching point for a career in Logistics.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily FTZ transactions to ensure compliance with 19 CFR Part 146 and CBP requirements
  • Maintain FTZ logs, records, and routine documentation with a high degree of accuracy
  • Assist with processing FTZ admissions (e214 filings), status changes, and zone transfers
  • Monitor inventory activity including receipts, adjustments, and removals; elevate discrepancies as needed
  • Perform daily data checks to ensure alignment between FTZ systems, ERP, and WMS records
  • Assist with maintaining FTZ standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal control documentation
  • Support preparation for CBP audits, compliance reviews, and periodic reporting requirements
  • Enter and maintain FTZ transaction data within designated FTZ software systems
  • Help reconcile inventory balances across FTZ systems, ERP platforms, and customs filings
  • Generate routine compliance reports and assist with data analysis for management review
  • Coordinate with customs brokers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate filings
  • Respond to basic internal inquiries related to FTZ processes and procedures
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance accuracy and process efficiency
  • Maintain organized documentation to ensure audit readiness at all times
  • All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

  • Education:

    High School Diploma or GED equivalent required;
    Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • Experience:

    coursework or exposure to import/export, customs, or trade compliance preferred.
  • Basic understanding of customs compliance, FTZ operations, or international trade concepts preferred.
  • Experience with data entry or working in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), or similar systems is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage time-sensitive and compliance-driven tasks.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong organizational abilities.
  • Ability to follow established processes and elevate issues appropriately.
  • Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
  • Technical:
    Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
  • Environment:
    Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.
WHAT WE OFFER
  • Compensation: Competitive base pay based on experience, industry/geographic benchmarks and internal equity. Some positions may be eligible for incentive pay programs and/or equity-based incentives. Pay ranges published on job boards are not provided nor verified by the Company.
  • Health: Medical and Pharmacy insurance;
    Health Savings Account (HSA);
    Vision;
    Dental;
    Life and Disability;
    Critical Illness;
    Accident Indemnity;
    Hospital Indemnity;
    On-demand telehealth via Teladoc;
    Employee Assistance Program (counseling and financial/lifestyle coaching).
  • Wealth: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match;
    Employee stock purchase program;
    Flexible Spending Account (FSA);
    Commuter Benefits;
    LegalEASE legal coverage.
  • Time: 7 paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) tiers ranging from 10–25 days annually.
  • Culture: A collaborative, transformation-driven, solutions-first environment full of "can do" attitude and "will do" work ethic.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Agencies: The Company does not accept unsolicited outreach from third parties. Absent an agreement signed by internal Talent Acquisition and Procurement, and a documented request from Talent Acquisition to submit candidates for a specified requisition, we will not approve payments to any third party.
  • Work Authorization: Within the United States, the Company is an E-Verify employer. Unless otherwise indicated, U.S.

    -based workers must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, including but not limited to F-1, H-1, H-2, L, J, and TN visas, etc.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): The Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin,…
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