Job Title: International Trade Specialist
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Customer Service and Logistics 6410
Reports to: Senior Manager Global Trade and Logistics
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work
Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work remote! The initial
amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The International Trade Specialist is responsible for export/import compliance programs and the successful implementation of policies and procedures for trade compliance. This role will ensure that all filings, documents, and regulatory reporting are completed accurately, promptly, and according to trade laws. Additionally, the International Trade Specialist will advise on matters of tariffs, markets, and federal and foreign regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Functional & Technical Skills
- Perform Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Classification determinations under US and non-US regulations
- Review the 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 transactions for equipment moving between the US, Canada, and Mexico
- Prepare and verify trade documentation required for import/export clearance
- Serve as the 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
Compliance
- 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 the 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.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
- Action Oriented
- Results Driven
- Value Based
- Customer Focus
- Problem Solving
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related field
Experience:
- 4+ years of International Logistics and Distribution experience dealing with customs, freight forwarders, and import/export transactions
- 2+ years of experience with export and/or import regulatory compliance.
- Experience in performing accurate Tariff Classification
- Completed or working toward a Customs Brokerage License
*or 8+ years combination of education and experience in logistics, distribution, and trade compliance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of international shipping documents such as commercial invoices, packing list, air waybill, and export licenses; 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).
- Participant in local port trade organizations, CBP seminars, and other trade events
- Proven ability to make high-impact business decisions and prepare and review complex business documents
- Expertise in all Microsoft applications, and 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong knowledge of process improvement tools and techniques (lean, 6 Sigma, etc)
- Experience in working with railroad transit/logistics desired
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone and computer
- May lift to 15 lbs. occasionally
- 5% or more travel including international
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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