Tariff Classification Manager
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20 hours ago
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Job Summary
- Lead the review and validation of product master data for tariff and ECCN classification.
- Support the migration of classification data from SAP Production to SAP GTS.
- Collaborate with BIS (IT department) to define business requirements and support system configuration.
- Implement and manage filtration logic to ensure only relevant data is submitted to the classification engine.
- Oversee classification accuracy and maintain documentation for audit purposes.
- Coordinate with regional compliance leads to ensure country-specific regulatory alignment.
- Provide feedback and continuous improvement recommendations for classification engine performance.
- Support training and change management initiatives related to classification processes.
Must-Have Expertise
Candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency in:
- Tariff Classification:
- Deep understanding of the Harmonized System (HS) and HTS codes.
- Practical application of the General Interpretative Rules (GIRs 16) for classification.
- Ability to interpret chapter notes subheading notes and section notes to determine correct classification.
- Experience in handling complex assemblies kits and multi-material components.
- Export Control Classification (ECCN):
- Strong working knowledge of EAR (Export Administration Regulations) and Commerce Control List (CCL).
- Ability to determine ECCN using technical specifications product functionality and control parameters.
- Familiarity with dual-use goods de minimis rules and license determination.
- Classification Documentation & Audit Readiness:
- Proven ability to maintain classification rationale supporting documentation and audit trails.
- Experience responding to customs inquiries internal audits and regulatory reviews.
- SAP GTS & Classification Engine Integration
- Hands-on experience with SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) especially in classification module configuration and master data migration.
- Familiarity with classification engines such as TradeMo or Descartes OCR including:
- Reviewing and validating engine-generated classifications.
- Managing filtration logic to ensure relevant data is processed.
- Providing feedback for engine tuning and accuracy improvement.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in International Trade Supply Chain Business or related field.
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience in trade compliance with a focus on tariff and ECCN classification.
- Strong understanding of global customs regulations and export control laws.
- Experience with SAP GTS or similar trade compliance platforms.
- Familiarity with classification engines such as TradeMo or Descartes OCR is a plus.
- Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
- Expert-level classifier with a track record of accurate and defensible classifications.
- Strong critical thinking and interpretive skills for navigating ambiguous or borderline classification cases.
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff on classification methodology and regulatory interpretation
- Comfortable working with large datasets and using classification engines to validate or enrich master data.
- Experience in cross-border compliance and understanding of regional classification nuances (e.g. EU CN codes India Customs Tariff US HTSUS).
- Strong collaboration skills to work with engineering legal and procurement teams on technical classification.
Additional Information :
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Employment Type :
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About Company
Smiths Group is a global technology company that delivers solutions for the worlds evolving challenges. With a history spanning over 170 years, we operate across multiple sectors, including healthcare, energy, defense, and manufacturing. Our five divisionsJohn Crane, Smiths Detectio ... View more
