Supply Chain Analyst

At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.  
** POSITION OVERVIEW
** The purpose of the Supply Chain Analyst I is to maintain the compliance of global import and export supply chains for the organization.
** WHAT YOU’LL DO
*** Applies basic working knowledge of import and export transactions.
* Prepare information for the entry of goods into the United States including  Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Certificate of Origin (COO), value, Incoterms, and descriptions.
* Work with cross functional teams to develop appropriate import rates for new products.
* Manage the Free-Trade Agreement (FTA) process from solicitation to completing certificates for OEM’s.
* Ensure timely and accurate response to Brokers and internal customers for imports and exports.
* Provide analytical support for general questions on requests on value, HTS, classification CF28-29 responses.
* Maintain online systems for compliance including ACE, One Source, and Trade Wizards.
* Develop online system tools using Business Intelligence (BI) to streamline supply chain activities.
* Participate and assist in developing Quarterly Business Reviews with brokers.
* Assist with the execution of special projects related to customs matters, import and export procedures.
* Other duties as assigned.
** HOW YOU’LL DO IT
*** Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
* Analytical thinking - Tackling a problem by using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
* Communicating effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
* Utilize policies, manuals and desktop procedures in daily activities in accordance with merchandise importation regulations.
* Maintain knowledge of other government agency requirements, such as USDA, FDA, EPA, Lacey Act, AD/CVD and import/export regulations.
* Maintaining high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
* Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties**,
** including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
** WHAT TO BRING
*** 4-Year degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or other related field.
* 1-2 years of experience working in a supply chain environment, including areas of customs compliance such as classification, valuation, assists, country of origin, recordkeeping, C-TPAT, Free Trade Agreements and ISA.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
** WHAT WILL HELP
*** Experience with trade software products.