Trade Compliance Specialist

Position Description

This role will develop and maintain the import and export regulatory operation; evaluate Free Trade Agreements (FTA); record-keeping governance; customs broker compliance; and maintenance of TC system.

General Duties And Responsibilities

• Execute the Trade Compliance program for Infinite Electronics
• Manage customs compliance, in collaboration with customs brokers.
• Maintain visibility of free trade agreements.
• Assign HTS and ECCN codes for imports and exports in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Act as company’s liaison with customs authorities and customs brokers.
• Oversee special programs with U.S. Customs: ACH, ISF, and Reconciliation.
• Maintain report activities through U.S. Customs' ACE system.
• Manage the Duty Draw Back process partnering with finance to optimize savings for IE
• Develop SOPs to be consistent with company’s TC policy and procedures.
• Support supply chain key stakeholders with import and export operations.
• Participate in global, regional and local projects on as needed basis.
• Support management with metrics and KPIs.
• Communicate with carriers and trade compliance vendors to support the request for quotes, documentation and escalation of issues.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• General knowledge of trade regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and the Canada Border Services Agency.
• Knowledge of FTAs; customs duty framework; additional duties such as Section 301 and antidumping; sanctioned party list (SPL) and embargo screening; product classification; and record-keeping.
• Possess a strong collaborative style across a diverse organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and their business applications.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.
  
  

Personal Traits And Characteristics

• Reliable, dependable, diligent Highly organized with good time management skills
• Task oriented
• Attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and deadlines
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• The successful candidate shall exhibit a sense of ownership, urgency, be solution orientated, collaborative and accountable.
  
  

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree or minimum 5-7 years of experience.
• Licensed customs brokers preferred.
• Three years of Microsoft Office experience (preferred)
• Bilingual in mandarin and Cantonese is a plus!
  
  

Reports To: Transportation Director

Physical Job Requirements

• Sitting: Must be able to sit for a minimum of 2 hours
• Walking: Throughout the facility on a continuous basis
• Lifting/Carrying: Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Climbing: Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Vision: Corrected 20/20 vision required
• Talking/Hearing: Must be able to communicate on the telephone.
  
  

Environment: Office and warehouse environment, occasionally hot or cold temperatures, moderate noise level, occasional dust, chemical odors. Position may be considered for Hybrid.

Accommodation: Candidates for the position should be able to perform essential job duties in described work environment with or without accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Infinite Electronics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and we actively encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply.