International Trade Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: International Trade Specialist

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Supply Chain

Reports to: Senior Manager Global Trade and Logistics

The International Trade Specialist is responsible for successful implementation of policies and procedures for trade compliance. This role will ensure that all filings, documents, and regulatory reporting are completed accurately, in a timely manner and according to trade laws. Additionally, the International Trade Specialist will act as an advisor on matters of tariffs, markets, and federal and foreign regulations.

• Perform Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Classification determinations under US and non-US regulations
• Review accuracy of current Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications and manage HTS master data in ERP system
• Lead Supplier Solicitation program for FTA participation and prepare applicable Certificate of Origin documentation
• Perform border crossing transaction for equipment moving between US, Canada and Mexico
• Prepare and verify trade documentation required for import/export clearance
• Serve as main point of contact for import/export activity in coordination with our customs broker
• Have the independent authority to enquire into any aspect of a proposed export or import, verify its legality and the accuracy of the information to be submitted, and stop any transactions when necessary
• Support special projects that relate to international trade

• Perform and analyze transactions for which due diligence indicates areas of risk for trade compliance
• Conduct audits to assess export/import compliance and assist in determining and implementing corrective actions where necessary
• Establish and maintain training and audit / assessment programs to ensure implementation and effectiveness of internal controls
• Assess emerging compliance issues with management or employees to identify the potential impact of future laws and regulations on the organization
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure they have implemented effective compliance internal controls into their procedures and work instructions and provide trade compliance training.
• Analyze and interpret export and import regulations and maintain current knowledge of changes.

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain, or related field
• Experience:
  
  4+ years of International Logistics and Distribution experience dealing with customs, freight forwarders and import/export transactions
• Experience:
  
  2+ years of experience with export and/or import regulatory compliance
• Experience in performing accurate Tariff Classification and Export Classification determinations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of international shipping documents such as commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, and export license; including consignee information, INCOTERMS, harmonized tariff code and nomenclature, country of origin, customs value, export classification, and license data
• Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) including anti‑boycott regulations, sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customs Regulations (CR), and the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR)
• Proven ability to interpret trade regulations and prepare and review complex business documents
• Expertise in all Microsoft applications, general ERP systems (IFS knowledge a plus)
• Capable of working independently on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors

• Strong knowledge of process improvement tools and techniques (lean, 6 Sigma, etc)
• Participant in local port trade organizations, CBP seminars and other trade events
• Experience in working with railroad transit/logistics desired

• Social Security Verification:
  The individual’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth
• Drug and Alcohol Testing:
  All applicants must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test. Employees in safety‑sensitive positions are subject to random,…