Global Trade Import Specialist

AirReps•WALLER, TX

About The Position

The Global Trade Import Specialist is the company’s subject matter expert as it relates to Imported goods, tracking and tracing, and Import compliance procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining visibility to Daikin’s imported products and maintaining a high level of compliance with all US Customs regulations and requirements. Ensures work aligns with the Company’s objectives and strategies.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of the USCBP Harmonized Tariff System
Knowledge of Denied Parties Lists
Ability to interact with other departments and provide training on US Customs procedures
Ability to stay abreast of regulatory changes – ongoing education
May require expert level understanding of applicable government export regulations
Strong working knowledge of MS Office –Outlook, Word, Excel and Tracking/Tracing Carrier Systems
Excellent attention to detail, organizational & time management skills and resourcefulness
Excellent record keeping, auditing and compliance practices
Ability to perform analysis of highest complexity that requires the review of a variety of factors
Effective problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and business acumen
Ability to take direction, work independently, and contribute to team efforts
Effective collaboration skills and ability to effectively work with internal and cross-functional teams
Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job
3+ years of experience in an import related environment
3+ years of experience in tracking and tracing import shipments using carrier tracking systems
High school diploma or GED equivalent
U.S. Customs Brokers License required

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain up to date and current Import compliance procedures and ensure that all employees involved in the import of materials, parts and products are following all US Customs guidelines.
Assist the Global Trade Compliance Manager with development of processes and procedures and filling in to help with compliance issues in the absence of the Global Trade Compliance Manager.
Train employees on proper procedures
Audit of all Goodman entities involved with Import
Update and maintain accurate records of all import transactions and related trade matters
Notify Legal when inquiries from US Customs agencies are received that require a formal Goodman response.
Classification of all SKUs and models with the correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Ensure all SKUs and models have the correct Country of Origin identified
Keep up with changes to US Customs regulations
Ensure containers are returned to the port in a reasonable time frame to avoid per diem costs
Notify Operations/Receiving of pending container deliveries so they are prepared to accept and receive the product.
Track and verify USCBP duties and taxes payable – notifying Treasury of pending payments
Publish daily yard reports of what is currently on the yard to be unloaded
Invoice verification
Audit of inventory to ensure country of origin markings and descriptions are correct
Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs