Foreign Trade Zone Specialist

Red Wing Shoe Company•Red Wing, MN

7d•$70,600 - $95,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Foreign Trade Zone Specialist is responsible for Red Wing Shoe Company’s foreign trade zone (FTZ) operations. The role works with each facility to maintain the physical structure, security, policies, and procedures required for U.S. Customs certifications. It ensures the accuracy and integrity of customs entries and adjustments, and facilitates import and export transportation of finished goods and raw materials across international borders. This position follows a hybrid work model, with remote flexibility and in-office collaboration in Red Wing, Minnesota, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Occasional additional in-office days may be needed for important events and business requirements. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Red Wing at the time of hire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and two to five years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of experience in international business, business administration, logistics, or a related area.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Self-starter with a take-charge attitude and good follow-up skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and multicultural viewpoints.
Strong organizational abilities to set plans and meet deadlines across multiple tasks.
Must live within commuting distance of Red Wing, Minnesota, at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of U.S. import and other government agency regulations.
Knowledge of FTZ operating procedures.
Knowledge of inventory control and warehousing operations.
Movex System knowledge.

Responsibilities

Manage and reconcile daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual FTZ operations in compliance with U.S. Customs and the NAFTZ.
Coordinate daily issues and submissions with U.S. Customs and provide data for customs audits.
Manage bonded movements from U.S. ports into the FTZ.
Manage in-bond export movements with freight forwarders and ensure compliance with bond requirements.
Work with U.S. Customs during on-site audits.
Manage CTPAT compliance and ensure adherence to applicable customs laws, regulations, corporate policies, and procedures for importing and exporting materials and finished goods.
Arrange and ensure on-time delivery to U.S. warehouses by coordinating with vendors, agents, and forwarders to select fast, cost-effective, and reliable methods.
Generate and track international documentation to meet U.S. Government export/import regulations and record-keeping requirements.
Verify and determine HTS classifications, duty rates, marking, and documentation requirements for imported products.
Manage compliance with USMCA, CAFTA, global customs and import/export regulations, and license requirements.
Oversee shipping methods to Canada with the BT department and warehouses, ensuring cost-effective shipping that complies with U.S. and Canadian customs requirements.
Reconcile and authorize U.S. Customs entries.
Reconcile and authorize freight invoices.