As a member of the trade compliance team (Corporate Counsel Dept.), the Export Compliance Specialist is responsible for the supporting the trade compliance function within the trade compliance team focusing on exports as well as imports. This includes the daily support for export and import shipments by support of broker requests, assigning ECCNS, HTS codes, daily file audit and review, and working with other company departments to facilitate the import and export activities of the company.
Specific Job Duties:
• Research and classify parts for export compliance - determining accurate ECCN's and schedule B numbers
• Working knowledge of SNAP-R and export licensing
Research and respond to Customs requests for information in a timely manner as prescribed by regulation.
• Research and classify new parts for imports according to the HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff System of the US)
• Assist in risk assessment reviews including quarterly internal assessments for imports and exports
• Assist with the annual preparation and distribution of C-TPAT supply chain security letters to suppliers and service providers
• Perform Customs portal update of C-TPAT program as required
• Work directly with other company departments to obtain information needed for the trade compliance function and to assist in educating them about trade compliance.
• Review ACE portal for updates and reports used to maintain compliance
• Maintain and update the parts data base with current HTS and ECCN numbers
• Assist in performing due diligence of individuals and entities in our restricted parties' service subscription
• Review relevant federal government agency requirements that include: FDA, FCC, and APHIS
• Research and classify parts for export compliance - determining accurate ECCN's and schedule B numbers
•Research and respond to Customs requests for information in a timely manner as prescribed by regulation.
• Research and classify new parts for imports according to the HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff System of the US)
• Assist in risk assessment reviews including quarterly internal assessments for imports and exports
• Assist with the annual preparation and distribution of C-TPAT supply chain security letters to suppliers and service providers
• Perform Customs portal update of C-TPAT program as required
• Work directly with other company departments to obtain information needed for the trade compliance function and to assist in educating them about trade compliance.
• Review ACE portal for updates and reports used to maintain compliance
• Maintain and update the parts data base with current HTS and ECCN numbers
• Assist in performing due diligence of individuals and entities in our restricted parties' service subscription
• Review relevant federal government agency requirements that include: FDA, FCC, and APHIS
• Work directly with third party providers (freight forwarders, Customs Brokers) that handle the Company's imports/ exports and provide support to facilitate the release of import/export shipments.
• Other duties may be assigned by management in order to meet the company or business objective on an as needed basis.
Shift: 1st (M-F)
Skills and Qualifications:
Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum years of experience required
Preferred but not required
Bachelor's degree in Business or International Trade
Licensed customs broker or certified customs specialist.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools
• Strong working knowledge of the EAR (Export Administration Regulations)
• Three years of experience working with customs broker, freight forwarder or exporter/importer with direct import / export experience
• Three years of experience working knowledge with export and import shipments
• Working knowledge of the AES (Automated Export System), EEI (Electronic Export Information) and ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) .
• Knowledge of Customs regulations (19 CFR) and tariff classification (HTSUS)
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Math skills
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, written and verbally, with both internal and external customers