Customs and Trade Specialist

SUMMARY 

The  Customs and Trade Specialist applies general knowledge of global trade to facilitate trade and ensures compliance with all import and export regimes and various other agency regulations globally, through tactical engagement with internal customers and external agencies and associations.  Develops, implements and/or manages sub-sets of programs within broader programs such as Duty Optimization, Process Improvement Initiatives, and Global 'Trusted Trader' programs.  

RESPONSIBILITIES  

25 % 

Executes core operations including training and process improvement for commercial document production, trade agreement qualification, order management 

20 % 

Monitors and evaluates trade facilitation programs and identifies opportunities to leverage trade to support global business objectives. 

10 % 

Guides colleagues on trade facilitation and cost saving opportunities. 

5 % 

Researches solutions and facilitates implementation of corrective action plans according to process improvement principles. 

5 % 

Participates in compliance audits. 

5 % 

Creates or reviews SOPs and process documentation. 

5 % 

Implements or manages projects and regional programs. 

10 % 

Researches and benchmarks best practices and opportunities for global process improvement. 

15 % 

Performs other duties as assigned. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Indicate additional specific requirements if applicable 

Education 

Bachelor's degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience. 

Related Experience 

Typically requires 2-4 years of professional experience and strong competency with the various tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job. 

Additional Education or Specific Certification 

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree preferred 

Professional certification desired but not mandatory (US Customs Broker License, Lean, Six Sigma) 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (i.e. software applications, programming languages, etc.) 

Tactical capabilities and expertise in:  

Duty savings & tariff mitigation 

Tariff classification  

Trusted Trader Programs 

Import, customs and related regulatory compliance 

Country of Origin determination 

Free Trade Agreements/Trade Preference Programs 

Compliance reviews, manuals, procedures and audits 

Admissibility 

Customs valuation 

Intellectual property  

Foreign Trade Zones/Bonded warehouses 

Engagement with Customs officials 

Trade Legislation and policy 

World Trade Organization and World Customs Organization rules & interpretations 

Travel (may require domestic, international and/or overnight) 

Occasional - 10% 

Work Schedule 

Standard Hours 

Remote Work Eligible 

Yes 

Other 

N/A 

Career Band: Professional 

Jobs on this career band have a knowledge management focus and are primarily responsible for results achieved through their own work. Requires the application of theoretical knowledge, typically gained through formal education or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts of a defined profession. Jobs at higher career levels may guide small teams in their area of subject matter expertise. Jobs at the at the most senior levels of this career band set disciplinary strategy within their areas of expertise. 

Criteria & Minimum Requirements 

Global Grade: P2 

Problem Solving 

Solves varied intermediate problems and consults with staff members on more complex issues 

Decisions 

Analyzes issues of a diverse scope and functions with a moderate degree of autonomy. Receives minimal direction, seeks guidance for highly complex issues. 

Knowledge 

Working knowledge of principles, concepts, and theories within own discipline; has broadened capability through practical experience in applying theories  

Business Acumen 

Understands key business drivers; demonstrates knowledge of the organization and processes; uses this understanding to accomplish their own work. 

Communication & Influence 

Explains and simplifies complex information to others; leads the coordination of information to ensure ongoing process or program execution. 

Impact 

Work performed will have impact on cross-functional projects beyond the department. 

Leadership 

No supervisory responsibilities. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

Typical Office: Operates in a typical office environment, routinely uses computer and other standard office equipment. 

Other specific requirements: 

N/A 

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. 

Typical Office: Generally sedentary for prolonged periods, may occasionally require ability to move about or adjust/move items weighing up to 10 lbs. in all directions; Constantly requires ability to communicate with others to exchange information. 

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. 

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