Customs Compliance Manager - Full-time / Part-time

It’s great being part of a culture where entrepreneurship and team spirit are not just buzzwords.

We are committed to our associates and customers. This makes our business successful.

If you love working with a great group of people and desire the opportunity to grow, this is the place for you.

Job Description:

PURPOSE
This position will work cross-functionally with the Supply Chain, Merchandising, Marketing, Domestic Logistics, Distribution Operations, Inventory Management and Replenishment, and Retail Operations as well as with our product vendors and logistics/brokerage service providers to optimize our compliance and supply chain to reduce costs and improve both quality and speed. The position will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and implementing Customs Compliance solutions that will drive cost down and provide improvement of overall service.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and classify new and existing products in the Harmonized Tariff Schedules
• Provide analytical support for Manager and Senior Director of International Logistics
• Manage and recommend revisions to ensure continuous process improvement in service provider SOPs and overall Customs Compliance process as well and product flow
• Develop and manage Customs Compliance performance scorecards to ensure on-going management of brokerage services
• Analyze duty spend and opportunities to ensure minimal spend in the Supply Chain
• Work closely with Manager and Senior Director in order to capitalize and retain best in class service providers

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree with focus in International Affairs, Supply Chain or Business Administration preferred
• Two years of experience in a U.S. Customs/Regulatory Compliance environment
• Knowledge and experience in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) highly desired
• U.S. Customs Brokers License preferred and NCBFAA NEI CES and/or CCS a plus
• Proven track record in developing and implementing new US Customs procedures and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Access
• Possess strong organizational skills and be able to prioritize effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Must be detail oriented and self-motivated
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL, HOURS, ENVIRONMENT)

• Limited travel may be required including air and car travel
• The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet to moderate.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary Work – Ability to exert 10 - 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

NOTE: All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements, and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties) have not been included. However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.