Analyst Customs

PUMA•Boston, MA

1d•$57,000 - $75,810

About The Position

The Customs Analyst supports the Head of Customs in the development and implementation of policies and procedures which ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, as well as other government agency regulations relevant to import operations. Role includes responsibility for classification of imported products, auditing of Customs entries and daily partnership with the company’s Customs broker.

Requirements

Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and Harmonized Tariff classifications
3-5 Years of experience with U.S. Customs - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, as it relates to the Footwear and Apparel industry.
Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel programs and Access database applications
Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion
Ability to compare multiple sources of information and locate discrepancies
Ability to work closely with internal and external groups, developing effective relationships
Ability to read and comprehend complex documents
MUST be detail oriented, organized and efficient
Self-starter with ability to solve problems and deliver required results with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Working with the Harmonized Tariff Code of the United States and Canada, determine the US Customs classification of PUMA and Cobra PUMA Golf products.
Act as a corporate resource and facilitator of foreign trade requirements to management.
Interface with PUMA’s US and Canadian Customs brokers to facilitate proper classification of product for duty purposes.
Maintain a global database of the product classification for Customs purposes, in PUMA internal system PID.
Maintain current knowledge of Customs Policy and regulations to ensure compliance.
Process UPS and FedEx shipments for PUMA Brand and Cobra PUMA Golf to the USA and Canada.
Assist PUMA International Trade stakeholders with international return shipments from trade shows and from Brand Ambassadors.
Educate PUMA International Trade stakeholders on UFLPA and other US Trade policies for import to the USA.
Data analysis / special projects as needed