Customs Compliance Analyst - Imperative Logistics

Imperative Logistics•Los Angeles, CA

39d•$70,000 - $118,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Customs Compliance Analyst is responsible for the establishment and implementation of an effective compliance program in partnership with compliance leadership, and in accordance with all applicable regulations and laws to facilitate the import and export of goods on behalf of Imperative Logistics LLC and Masterpiece clients. This is a role for Customs Entry Writers looking to move up; Licensed Customs Brokers (LCB) looking to move up; or anyone else who works directly with Customs Compliance and freight.

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor degree and at least 3 years customs compliance experience.
Knowledge of applicable governmental regulations.
Experience working with various US international trade regulatory agencies including CBP, TSA, OFAC and FMC.

Nice To Haves

US Customs Brokers License, Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Export Specialist (CES) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with establishing, maintaining and implementing company-wide policies and procedures in regard to all legal compliance pertaining to import/export/domestic transactions.
Support and partner with governmental agencies including but are not limited to US Customs and Border Protection, Bureau of Industry and Security, Census, Department of State, Transportation Security Administration, US Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, US Fish and Wildlife Service and Department of Transportation to ensure compliance
Ensure proper documentation of compliance activities for reference purposes include evaluating and updating existing policies and procedures including changes based on new laws or regulations.
Responsible for assisting with the implementation, utilization and maintenance of C-TPAT, ACE Portal and other similar functions and programs with collaboration of compliance team and senior management.
Responsible for corporate oversight of penalties, resolution, CF 28/CF 29 and other similar requests by governmental agencies by local compliance contacts in conjunction with other members of Compliance team.
Conduct compliance violation investigations and provide recommendations for resolution to senior management team
Collaborate as applicable with investigations and facilitate cooperation with outside parties including governmental agencies, legal counsel and insurance carriers as necessary.
Provide guidance in all aspects of compliance to employees including supporting the current ticketing system management.
Assist with the development and implementation of company-wide audit procedures to ensure compliance with existing policies and procedures in cooperation with the compliance team and local compliance contacts.
Provide regular audit result reports to senior management team regarding compliance operations, identifying potential compliance risks and recommendations for resolution.
Provide general guidance for clients regarding import and export restrictions, requirements, tariffs, etc. in connection with Customs and other government agencies.
Serve as an integral member of the CargoWise Support Team to provide troubleshooting assistance between operations and software in terms of compliance procedures.
Collaborate across the organization to develop and implement training programs to educate staff on all necessary compliance regulations and standard industry practices.
Organize seminars, communications, and documentation necessary to disseminate compliance policies and procedures to employees.
Participate in conferences, meetings, and other similar events as representative of the corporate compliance team.