Import Trade Compliance Specialist

Digi-Key ElectronicsThief River Falls, MN
$20 - $28Hybrid

About The Position

The Import Trade Compliance Specialist is primarily responsible for coordinating & executing import compliance work required under Federal, State, Local and global laws. The Import Specialist will assist a variety of business areas in preparing necessary documentation and processes related to the monitorship and compliance generally; will prepare and maintain compliance reports related to import issues; and will proactively identify and mitigate import compliance risks and exposures throughout DigiKey. This is not exclusively an essential onsite role, though may require some onsite attendance.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Zero to Four years of Trade Compliance experience
  • Zero to Three years of experience working at Digi-Key with experience in Sales, PDC, Logistics, Shipping or Customer Service
  • Candidate has a strong understanding of the various functions of Digi-Key, how they work together as well as the industry Digi-Key operates in
  • Candidate has strong knowledge of Digi-Key brand and its principles
  • Must be well versed in Import compliance
  • Knowledge in the following tools/systems/software: ACE, FileNet, Broker/Carrier Portals, WinDECS, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen
  • Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body
  • Must be able to perform the following behavioral competencies; attention to detail, communication proficiency, customer/client focus, ethical conduct, initiative, manages execution, personal effectiveness/credibility, positive attitude, problem solving, professionalism, project management, thoroughness and time management

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's Degree in International Business, Economics, Business Administration or similar area of study or equivalent, relevant work experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Pre-entry verification of shipments into the FTZ
  • Assist with zone to zone transfers (TRF to Fargo, Fargo to TRF)
  • Assist with Entry paperwork for consumption entries
  • Assist with gathering information for auditing and reporting functions completed by Import Trade Compliance Manager
  • Audit for accuracy of part record details prior to FTZ activation
  • Spot checks of part record accuracy (C of O, quantity, etc.)
  • Assisting with information gathering for drawback claims
  • Taking on additional responsibilities from Senior Trade Compliance Specialist or Trade Compliance Manager

Benefits

  • access to a highly competitive benefits package
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