Sr. Specialist,Purchasing

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Sr. Purchasing Specialist, you will lead purchasing and customs compliance activities to support operational and business objectives. This role is responsible for managing import/export compliance, customs regulations, supplier coordination, trade documentation, and purchasing operations while ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and international trade regulations. You will support strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize operational efficiency, and collaborate with global headquarters and cross-functional teams to strengthen supply chain performance and business competitiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
Active Licensed Customs Broker
7 + years of experience in customs compliance, purchasing, import/export operations, or supply chain management
Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, FTAs, AD/CVD, and import/export compliance
Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
Strong judgment and decision-making capabilities
Effective time management and project coordination skills
Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to support coordination with global headquarters and external partners

Nice To Haves

Experience working in manufacturing or automotive-related industries preferred
Experience supporting global suppliers and cross-functional operations preferred

Responsibilities

Lead customs compliance and purchasing activities related to imported materials, products, and services
Prepare origin and classification rulings and ensure compliance with applicable customs regulations
Verify Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. (HTSUS) classifications and applicable customs duties
Determine country-of-origin criteria under applicable Free Trade Agreements (FTA), including UKFTA, UJFTA, USMCA, and others
Monitor regulatory changes and apply duty exemption programs, including Section 232 and Section 301 exclusions
Support Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD) reviews and determine product applicability
Respond to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inquiries, including CF-28 requests, in a timely manner
Manage large data sets and support drawback claim filings for manufacturing and unused merchandise programs
Maintain and monitor continuous customs bond compliance annually
Manage correction filings through Post Summary Correction (PSC), Protest, and Prior Disclosure processes
Maintain certificates of origin and ensure compliance with FTA recordkeeping requirements
Support setup, maintenance, and compliance of C-TPAT certification requirements
Report customs entry records and operational updates to headquarters on a monthly basis
Review daily CF-7501 and CF-3461 documentation and coordinate corrections with customs brokers as needed
Collaborate with suppliers, brokers, logistics providers, and internal teams to ensure smooth purchasing and import operations
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance compliance, efficiency, and cost optimization
Support purchasing strategies and supplier management initiatives to improve operational performance
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned