ImportExport Specialist

Overview:

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE HAYW) is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming

pool equipment in the world with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that

is continuously growing. Hayward designs manufactures and markets a full line of

residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps filters heating

cleaners salt chlorinators automation lighting safety flow control and energy solutions at

our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte North Carolina Hayward also has

facilities in Tennessee Arizona and Rhode Island as well as Canada Spain France

Australia and China. This position is based in Clemmons NC.

Position Overview:

The Import & Export Specialist will support Haywards Global Transportation and Trade

Compliance functions ensuring compliance with international regulations while optimizing

import and export operations. This role is responsible for export and import documentation

import/export compliance activities related to document creation and coordination with

internal teams and external partners.

The Specialist will also play a key role in system migration initiatives process

improvements and cost reduction efforts working cross-functionally with logistics

commodities international suppliers IT freight forwarders brokers.

• Prepares reviews and ensures accuracy of import and export documentation (commercial invoices packing lists certificates of origin SLI/SED etc.)
• Overseas import and export documentation and record retention in accordance with compliance requirements and internal policies.
• Performs tariff classification (HS codes) analysis and country of origin determination
• Ensures compliance with export and import regulations and internal procedures Coordinates and resolve documentation issues to ensure timely and accurate shipment release
• Supports operation freight forwarders customs brokers and agents to support daily operations and compliance
• Communicates with Chambers of Commerce and other agencies for certified export documentation when required
• Serves as a point of contact for international customers suppliers and internal stakeholders when necessary.
• Supports system implementations and interfaces with global management software (e.g. D365 and other platforms)
• Identifies and support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities
• Collaborates with IT and cross-functional teams on process improvements and automation projects D365
• Maintains strong working relationships with global logistics providers and service partners
• Performs other related duties as assigned such as Country of Origin preparation of USMCA certificates.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain International Business Logistics or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• 3 years of experience in import/export document preparation and other trade compliance supportive documentation
• Knowledge of international trade regulations export documentation and compliance requirements
• Familiar with tariff classification and country of origin rules
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with global stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word) and ERP systems such as D365 or AS400

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this position the employee normally works in an office environment but occasionally will be exposed to a warehouse & manufacturing environment.

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