Trade Compliance Analyst - FurstStaffing
Rockford, IL 61102
About the Job
We are seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Specialist to join our Team! This is a full-time, on-site role for our Rockford office that requires exceptional organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a proactive approach to supporting our Operations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, able to prioritize tasks effectively, and committed to contributing to a positive and efficient work environment. If you have a passion for trade compliance and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, and can bring the required experience to the table, we encourage you to apply!
Essential Job Functions:
- Represent Trade Compliance by maintaining communication with management and staff across multiple business functions
- Utilize knowledge of trade compliance operations for import and export transactions
- Perform daily operational tasks, i.e. responding to compliance alerts and new customer and vendor set-up requests
- Perform Restricted Party Screening (RPS) activities utilizing Visual Compliance
- Perform compliance review of import and export documentation for international shipments
- Validate Country of Origin (COO), Harmonized Tariff Schedule Codes (HTS), Schedule B Codes and Export Classification Control Numbers (ECCN)
- Identify and classify accurate ECCN, HTS and Schedule B classifications for our products
- Respond to inquiries and maintain relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, foreign consignees/suppliers, and other strategic vendors regarding documentation requirements and other import and export regulations to ensure timely Customs clearance
- Generate performance metrics for export and import processes utilizing Excel
- Ensure compliance with Export Control regulations, as well as conforming with internal corporate policies and procedures
- Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures
- Participate in training and audit assessment programs to ensure implementation and effectiveness of internal controls
- Support Compliance department in investigating and resolving compliance problems, questions, or complaints
- Perform outreach to manufacturers in support of compliance data collection activities
- Participate in process improvement projects as required
- Provide backup support to product material Compliance Specialist and Logistics Coordinator
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year working in HTS and Schedule B Classification required. Additionally, 2+ years of experience in Export/Import Administration or compliance strongly preferred.
- Professional certification in Export/Import controls and regulations, EAR/ITAR, as well as the USHTS is a plus.
- Associates degree or higher is preferred. Minimum of HS Diploma or GED required.
- Analyze and interpret global export, import regulations, and maintain current knowledge of changes
- Proficiency in using US Customs tools and databases, i.e. ACE
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with internal teams, vendors, and customers
- Able to learn and use new web-based applications including workflows and databases
- Ability to classify export control classification numbers (ECCN, Schedule B and HTS)
- Analytical and database management skills
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel, Word and PDF Editor skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Excellent command of the English language
Here’s a Few Things We Offer You:
- Top quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Employer pays the majority of the medical plan cost
- Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually
- 8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off annually
- 401k with match
- Corporate Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program 100% employer Paid!
- Generous Paid Maternity & Paternity Leaves
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Scholarship Program: for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year
This is a direct hire position, $25-30/hour ballpark, depending on experience.
Please apply directly to the Trade Compliance Analyst role or contact Rachel with any questions at rachel.thomann@furstpros.com or 815-997-1417.
Source : FurstStaffing