Senior Import Compliance Analyst

W.W. Grainger, Inc.•Lake Forest, IL

63d•$78,200 - $130,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Import Compliance Analyst partners with 3rd party Customs Brokers and relevant import compliance teams to develop meaningful measures of broker performance, providing recommendations to address performance gaps, and auditing broker work to ensure quality. The role will audit product customs classifications (HTS US, Canadian HS) to ensure accuracy. The analyst provides guidance, resolves issues, independently manages projects and ensures the smooth flow of products internationally. The position is Hybrid requiring 2 days per week in office one day of which must be in the Grainger Lake Forest, IL headquarters.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in business or logistics, or equivalent related experience required
3+ years in customs work with demonstrated understanding and knowledge of customs regulations (CBSA and US CBP) at another large importer or broker required
3+ years in international supply chain logistics in a large organization required
Demonstrated mastery of U.S. import regulations, including areas such as classification, valuation, free trade agreements, special import programs (anti-dumping and countervailing/SIMA cases), PGAs, entry process
Strong understanding and experience with CTPAT Security and Trade Compliance Programs
Proven ability to adapt, prioritize and multi-task in a rapidly changing environment
Proven project management skills, methodology, organization, and ability to drive projects to completion
Strong attention to detail to review large numbers of complex import transactions on on-going basis
Continuous Improvement focus; ability to articulate a problem and identify the root cause
Licensed customs broker and/or certified customs specialist. Upon Hire required

Responsibilities

Continuously reviews, analyzes and communicates relevant U.S. import regulations to ensure compliance.
Ensures import transactions are compliant with U.S. Government regulations by executing post-entry audits on import transactions and supporting quarterly external audits.
Leads and oversees key import programs such as CTPAT Security and Trade Compliance Program, Duty Drawback and Periodic Statement processing.
Manages the response on Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inquiries.
Conducts analyses on updated duties and tariffs to assess business impact, ensures entry into the database, and updates duty rate changes to Finance.
Reviews the audit plan continuously and performs risk assessments on imports to adjust the audit focus on areas with the greatest risk and potential exposure.
Communicates audit results to Global Trade Compliance leadership, Customs brokers and other teams as needed to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Leads the identification of root cause of issues raised and partner with relevant teams to eliminate future occurrences.; monitors and reports on repeated deficiencies.

Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

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