US Foreign Trade Zone Specialist
US Foreign Trade Zone Specialist
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$ 96000 - 132000
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Job Description
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cuttingedge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cuttingedge continuously pushing the boundaries ofscience and engineering to make possiblethe next generations of technology join us to Make Possible a Better Future.
What We Offer
Salary:
$96000.00 $132000.00Location:
AustinTXAt Applied we prioritize the wellbeing of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness health and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. Were committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work at home or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.
Youll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.
Position
Applied Materials Inc.
Worldwide Manufacturing Organization
US Foreign Trade Zone Specialist
Key Responsibilities
This role will report to the Director of Global Freight and Transportation. The Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Special willensure compliance with FTZ regulations manage inventory and coordinate with Trade Operations to facilitate international trade addition to specific FTZ expertise this role requires a broad level of experience in and understanding of the various global and regional transportation modes (Bulk Air Ocean Small Parcel and Bulk Ground) and support functions (TMS Control Towers and developing training materials).
Foreign Trade Zone Functions:
- Ensure all FTZ operations adhere to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and FTZ program requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of all FTZ activities including merchandise admissions inventory movements and exports.
- Oversee and reconcile FTZ inventory ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Ensure trade operations has the necessary data to prepare and submit necessary customs forms (e.g. CBP Form) for FTZ operations and required reports to the FTZ Board and other relevant agencies.
- Work with internal teams (logistics inventory finance trade operations) to ensure smooth FTZ operations.
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams on FTZrelated matters.
- Investigate and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to FTZ operations.
- Collaborate with Trade operations to keep abreast of changes in U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ program guidelines.
Support Functions:
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in Logistics Operations Global Trade Finance IT and Legal.
- Partner with Global Trade and local customs to ensure freight process designs and executions are following Applied trade policies.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders including transportation providers warehouse providers and craters.
- Ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in place inside Applied Operations and with Applieds Logistics Service Providers.
Success in this role requires the ability to effectively partner and directly or indirectly lead within a matrix multisite global cross functional team consisting of representatives from transportation operations warehouse operations engineering manufacturing finance trade compliance and other organizations. Must be able to effectively present to and influence vertically and horizontally inside Applied at all levels and functions. Must be able to exercise effective leadership with a team of highly motived and capable logistics professionals with a high degree of business acumen.
Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Logistics Operations Transportation or Supply Chain.
- Minimum 8 years relevant operations experience in Trade Transportation and Logistics disciplines.
- 2 years of experience administering a foreigntrade zone or related import/export experience.
- Demonstrated experience in leading logistics projects and new implementations.
- Experience with SAP S/4Hana a plus.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of FTZ operations and administration.
- Strong understanding and market insights of Global Freight and Transportation.
- Ability to demonstrate high sense of urgency.
- Highly adaptable in a fast paced dynamic environment.
- Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completing in a timely manner.
- Internally driven and proactive in approach.
- Attention to details and analytical in problem solving.
- Strong ability to effectively communicate at all levels and collaborate with a culturally diversified cross functional team.
- Knowledge in DMAIC 8D and Six Sigma typed Quality methodologies is an asset.
- Ability to adapt plans and priorities to meet service and / or operational challenges.
- Understanding of U.S. import and export regulations HTSUS merchandise classification and FTZ procedures.
- Experience with FTZ software warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problemsolving and analytical skills.
- Ability to multitask prioritize and manage time effectively.
Job Nature
- Full Time Employee / Day Job
- Location Based: Austin
- Travelling 10% based on project requirements
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location hire grade jobrelated knowledge skills experience and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program as applicable.
For all sales roles the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin citizenship ancestry religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
