Export Coordinator

Export Coordinator

Lincolnshire, IL

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k

• Work with freight forwarders, U.S. Customs brokers and government agencies to facilitate clearance procedures and resolve any problems that may arise
• Effectively coordinate the process with suppliers, foreign staff members and government agencies on the movement of product imported into the U.S. as well as exported from the U.S
• Prepare all required import and export documentation as required. Coordinate and transmit shipping information to foreign offices and internal teams
• Provide customer service resolution of domestic concerns related to international shipments
• Handle import process for Cod Liver containers working directly with Customs Brokers to be sure fees are paid and delays aren’t happening
• Analyze new items for proper import and export classification. Assign the appropriate Harmonized Tariff Code classifications to a wide variety of products in Dietary Supplements
• Submit filing of the Electronic Export Information (EEI) electronically to the Federal Government through the Automated Export System (AES)
• Respond to internal and external helpdesk inquiries from concerning international shipments and/or issue resolution
• Respond to internal and external inquiries concerning shipments and/or issue resolution
• Collect appropriate documentation for historical record keeping
• Perform initial review of export documents submitted by customers
• Respond to inquiries from customs or foreign governments concerning a specific export
• Manage all international licenses for the importation and exportation of products. Maintain all USMCA certificates and requirements
• Provide support to special projects, as needed
• Work with order department if shipments need to be adjusted or due dates need to be extended

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or International Trade
• Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics
• Ability to be a self-starter and be self-motivated
• Familiarity with import and export regulations/requirements in the following countries or regions:
  China, SE Asia, North America, South America, Latin America, Europe
• Familiarity with U.S. Customs policies and procedures
• Understanding of air, ocean and ground based logistics
• Experience working with Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) a plus
• Working knowledge of VAT requirements in various global regions
• Ability to author, maintain and coordinate process and procedural documentation
• Ability to negotiate ground, ocean and air freight contracts
• Ability to coordinate global warehousing processes and procedures with local operating units
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, detail oriented with a strong bias for action
• Ability to work within a team and communicate effectively with co-workers. This is a team role
• Proven attention to detail, with excellent analytical, problem solving and personal organization skills
• Proven experience using MS Office Suite, Excel, ERP