What are the responsibilities and job description for the Export Compliance Administrator position at Knight Enterprises, LLC?
JOB POSTING
JOB TITLE: Export Compliance Administrator
DEPARTMENT: ATF/Licensing
REPORTS TO: Director of Contracts & Compliance
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in export compliance, preferably within the firearms, defense, or related industries.
- In-depth knowledge of ITAR, EAR, ATF, and OFAC regulations as they pertain to the export of firearms and related products.
- Strong administrative skills required including strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
- Must have knowledge of firearms and be willing to learn product capabilities
SPECIAL TRAIING NEEDED:
- Certification in export compliance (e.g., Certified ITAR Professional, Certified Export Specialist).
- Familiarity with U.S. Customs regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and international trade agreements.
- Experience in dealing with ATF regulations and firearms-related licensing
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Export Compliance Administrator is responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with U.S. and international export regulations specific to the firearms industry. This role requires a strong understanding of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements. The Export Compliance Administrator will oversee the export process, ensure product classification, manage export licenses, and ensure the company’s adherence to all relevant laws governing the export of firearms, ammunition, and related components.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:
- As a member of the Contracts and Compliance Department, the Export Compliance Administrator is responsible for ensuring all applicable U.S. Government regulations for the sale and shipment of ITAR and EAR regulated items are strictly followed.
- Maintain the Company’s Export Compliance Manual and mandatory filings to include export licenses and Department of Commerce license requirements.
- Assist in the sales of product to foreign end users. This includes maintaining records of contacts, proactive communication with assigned customers, maintain all files and communication documents as required.
- Maintain documentation for foreign trade shows and demonstrations. Assist the technical/sales representatives with advance preparations.
- Export Compliance Administrator must have a firm understanding of current US Department of State, US Customs and Border Patrol and US Department of Commerce regulations pertaining to imports and exports. May be the empowered official for company for export license filings.
- Provide administrative guidance to the shipping department as needed for the receipt and shipment of imports and exports, This included coordinating with responsible departments to ensure accuracy of documents required for shipments such as commercial invoices, carnets, packing lists and shippers export declarations.
- Have a firm knowledge of shipping items (Incoterms) and be able to coordinate with carriers and country representative for all required documents needed for exporting KAC product to end destination.
- Audit Customs entries to ensure accurate declaration of value, HTS classification, tariff treatment, and communicate adjustment to Customs broker. Review Customs broker invoices to ensure accurate application of fees and transportation rates.
- Other duties as assigned by management
Knight Enterprises Management, L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected factor by country, regional or local law. Knight’s policies regarding recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training and all other personnel matters are free from discriminatory practices and are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
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