Senior Import/Export Specialist

JTEKT North America

2d•Remote

About The Position

At JTEKT North America, you’ll play a critical role in supporting a global supply chain for a leader in advanced automotive and manufacturing technologies. As part of our Customs and Import/Export team, you’ll ensure compliance, efficiency, and accuracy across international trade operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams across North America and beyond. We offer the flexibility of a remote work environment based in Tennessee, South Carolina or Texas, competitive compensation and benefits, and the opportunity to deepen your expertise in global trade within a company that values precision, continuous improvement, and professional growth. If you’re looking to make an impact in a dynamic, global organization JTEKT North America is the place to grow your career. Summary/Purpose Manage both air and ocean import shipments, tracking, customs clearance, ISF filings, and tariff classification for the business to ensure that cargo arrives timely.

Requirements

3-5 years of customs broker experience
Knowledge in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
Experience with an ERP system, preferably Oracle
Detailed oriented
Knowledge of 19 CFR, HTSUS, C-TPAT, and FTA

Nice To Haves

College Degree preferred
Customs Broker experience (import/export/classification/compliance) 3-5 years

Responsibilities

Handle all ocean and air imports shipments which includes customs clearance (7501), ISF filings, HTS classification, and documentation
Audits customs broker activity and ensures timely approval of invoices for payment
Maintains electronic copies of 7501 for recordkeeping
HTS Classificaiton
Tracing shipments and providing status to internal customers
Work with various customs brokers, forwarders, truckers, steamship lines, agents as well as both internal and external customers
Assist with freight claims
Assist with Duty Drawback claims/documentation
Knowledge with C-TPAT program and facilitation with the program
Other duties as assigned