Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Hershey, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactures baked products beverages and many more that are produced globally.

Position: Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Location: Remote

Duration: 10 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Remote

Job Description:

The primary function of the Specialist Global Trade Compliance is to support Global Trade Legal and the greater Supply Chain Leadership in the streamlining and execution of clients overall global trade compliance vision & strategy.
The vision is a dynamic global program that maximizes the advantages of international trade while establishing strong internal controls to mitigate risks that may jeorpadise a strong regulatory compliance posture.
The Specialist GTC will be responsible for customs compliance and master data which entails the maintenance of customs data for cross-border product portofolio.
The customs master data scope includes detailed product commercial descriptions Harmonized Tariff Classification (HTS) codes Schedule B code for export FDA and CFIA requirements (product codes and registration information) and Country of Origin (CoO) determination In addition to supporting product label review/approval entry corrections reconciliations broker communication and engaging in import/export transaction activity this role will liason with colleagues regarding qualification of clients products for preferential duty treatment and coordinate master data using SAP/GTS software.
As part of the larger Global Trade Compliance department this role will offer team support and participate in career development opportunities.
This role is embedded in a team with a global scope and focused on business activities in North America.
May require up to 10% travel and occasional working sessions outside of normal business hours.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Time % Summary of major duties include:

40% Master Data Support - Global
Customs Master Data including but not limited to analysis and maintenance of data within SAP third party tools and systems used in import activities of client
Country of origin FDA requirements and Customs Commercial description.
Maintain master list of imported & exported materials
New item management & broker databases. - Keep current with sourcing changes
Manage and maintain eligilibity of products for Free Trade Agreements
USMCA and Export Global FTA for US and CA regions.
30% Global Trade Regulatory Review Global Support
Harmonized Tariff Classification requires application of subject matter expertise and experience to accurately identify the classification and duty rate of goods imported by client.
Country of Origin Determination and Markings reviewing for completeness and accuracy which requires attention to detail.
Partner Government Agency (PGA) determination and associated affirmations of compliance
Obtain and manage applicable permits and licensing in coordination with other departments such as Quality
Support activities associated with reconciliation entries
Keep current with regulatory updates
15% Audit & Reporting
Post summary audit on HTS code COO value and record keeping documentation.
ACE reports KPI and other reporting.
10% Project Stakeholder
Participate in projects as deemed necessary by the business and department
5% Customs Esclations & Team Support
Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve delays with customs clearance

Dimensions:

Annual import sales - $ 1.4 Billion
Degree of Supervision - Perform variety of work within established policies and procedures may receive detailed to general level of instructions on new projects and assignments
Degree of Knowledge - Sufficient subject matter expertise to support standard situations knowledge of most of the significant aspects of import trade compliance
Project Management & Implementation - Researches collects data runs analysis drafts content oversees small assignments/projects
Strategy - Supports planned strategy
Typical Experience Level - Minimum of 4 years of work experience

Minimum knowledge skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:

Education:

Required High School Diploma and minimum of 6 years industry experience

Preferred

Bachelors Degree in Logistics Operations Business Admin or related field
Customs Broker License
Master Customs Specialist Certified Customs Specialist or similar
Minimum of 4 years of industry experience

Experience:

Detailed understanding of import processes and customs compliance including reconciliation and drawback programs.
Detailed understanding of broker operations and business requirements.
Knowledge of global trade compliance issues.
Computer skills including data entry PC Windows database and spreadsheet MS Access.
Interpersonal communication skills relationship management and collaboration skills.
Attention to details.
Excellent organizational skills.
Effective time management/prioritization skills.
Strong follow-up skills.
Strong initiative.
Adaptive to fast and continuous change.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Analytical/math and problem-solving skills

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactu...