What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trade Compliance Specialist position at FNA Group?
SUMMARY:
FNA Group is a world class and leading manufacturer of consumer and industrial pressure washers and other outdoor power equipment. FNA's highly acclaimed brands include Simpson, Delco and CRX. Exclusive licenses with recognizable brands such as DeWalt, Stanley Black & Decker and Craftsman further strengthens FNA's market presence and awareness. FNA is a dynamic organization with unprecedented growth due largely to its ability to attract and retain highly talented associates.
We have a challenging and exciting opportunity for a Trade Compliance Specialist who is energetic, can multi-task and problem solve, and has the drive and motivation to learn and grow in a fast-paced setting in an expanding business.
Primary Purpose:
The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for pre-importation reviews and post-importation audits/actions for applicable regulatory requirements and associated tariffs, as well as risk and cost mitigation, thereof. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, you will work closely with Logistics, Procurement, Product, Quality, Legal, Accounting, and Transportation departments to ensure compliance to all applicable rules and regulations of imported product as well as supply chain security and UFLPA guidelines.
Job Description:
- Provide compliance guidance and support while mitigating risks and costs for all aspects of Imports including, but not limited to, product classification, country of origin determination, trade agreements, marking, labeling (product and packaging), other government agency requirements, and transportation requirements in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations and all other applicable rules and regulations.
- Maintain accuracy, completeness, and alignment of product-related import data in all systems.
- Perform audits and assess internal procedures and systems to maintain status in the CTPAT Trade Compliance program.
- Provide support for Import Operations and all CBP as well as PGA transactions.
- Keep updated on all U.S. Customs and other government agency compliance changes in regulations.
- Maintain and develop other compliance tracking tools and documented procedures.
- Read, analyze and interpret complex documents.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience with customs house broker and/or importer (experience with both is preferred).
- Must have strong working knowledge of HTSUS, CFRs, CBP directives and bulletins.
- Understanding of the import process from point of origin, shipping, entry and post entry processes and procedures.
- Proficiency utilizing spreadsheets to analyze large data sets.
- Effective communication, verbal and written.
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's degree in International Relations, International Business, or other related studies highly preferred.
- Customs broker license.
