Sr. Import Traffic Analyst

Textron • Hunt Valley, MD

81d • $77,100 - $115,900

About The Position

This position will ensure compliance with Customs and Participating Government Agency requirements on imports, and optimize use of special trade programs such as Free Trade Agreements, etc. The role involves developing, documenting, implementing, and maintaining internal controls for compliance with Free Trade Agreements, as well as managing various registrations and permits in support of Business Development & Planning and Contracts Departments. The analyst will serve as an in-house expert for all FTA inquiries and manage POAs and Customs bonds for all TSC BUs as needed. Staying current on new or changing regulations, assisting in policy development, and training personnel are also key responsibilities. The position requires interfacing with Customs Brokers and CBP officers, managing U.S. imports for repair parts, and supporting audits and self-assessments.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of the OCR EASE a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
• Licensed Customs Broker preferred.
• Working Knowledge of ATF and CBP and related Government Importing and Customs regulations is desirable.
• Good computer skills, specifically, MSOffice (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 5 years Global Trade Compliance experience.
• Knowledge of customers' requirements and special trade programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, implement and maintain internal controls for compliance with Free Trade Agreement.
• Prepare Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and Explosives Registration and Permits in support of Business Development & Planning and Contracts Departments.
• Serve as in-house expert for all FTA inquiries.
• Manage POAs and Customs bonds for all TSC BUs as needed.
• Stay current on new or changing regulations or initiatives, attend seminars to remain updated and educated.
• Assist in developing/updating company policy and procedures in related areas.
• Design, document, implement, and maintain system to qualify products/transactions for tariffs reductions under special trade programs.
• Maintain required records.
• Train personnel as appropriate.
• Interface with TSC's Customs Brokers and CBP officers.
• Assist in the research and interpretation of international trade regulations.
• Assist with Free Trade Agreement and Country of Origin determination.
• Manage U.S. imports for repair parts using TIB and HTS chapter 98.
• Back up export team as needed.
• Support audits/self-assessments.
• Provide reports as required to keep senior management informed of the operation and progress of Import/Export efforts.
• Respond to Customs queries such as CF28s & CF29s.
• Assign HTS classifications using reasonable care and due diligence methodologies.
• Assist in identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, develop/implement corrective action plans.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees