International Export Compliance Specialist

Ace Hardware•Oak Brook, IL

13d

About The Position

Ace Hardware is currently seeking an Export Compliance Specialist. This position is responsible for accurately performing export operational tasks and for maintaining compliant export filing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of Schedule B and ECCN for purposes of classification. The export specialist will work in conjunction with internal teams to maintain optimal compliance according to trade laws and government regulations while reducing potential inbound and outbound export delays.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
At least 3-5 years of direct experience in the export/international trade environment.
Classification experience with Schedule B and ECCN required
Understand and efficient with the following programs/systems: Excel / Outlook / Word / Power Point / SAP/ B1
Organizational and Planning Skills
Excellent written and verbal communications
Ability to set priorities with excellent follow-up
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills (verbal, written, and group presentations)
Decision-Making Ability
Team Oriented Focus
Adaptability (ability to handle and manage change)
Must be a team player with the ability to collaborate with internal and external business partners.

Nice To Haves

Export Certified preferred but not required
Previous experience in Hardware product, tools and paints with a global exposure is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform tariff classification utilizing the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Schedule B, and Import-Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) as needed.
File AES declarations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Collaborate to gather shipping docs and support audits of export shipments
Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and other government agencies
Perform Denied Party Screening for exports
Other tasks as assigned

Benefits

Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!
Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more
Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
Adoption cost reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
Identity theft protection