Trade Compliance Analyst

Momentive Technologies•Strongsville, OH

About The Position

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications. Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com Trade Compliance Analyst Position provides technical expertise and cross-functional guidance assisting U.S. based Momentive Technologies (“ MT ”), business operations related to Customs and import/export matters (e.g., Import/Export Classification, Export Licensing, RPS Screening, ACE reporting, Post Entry Audits, Internal Data Management). The role also focuses on development, evaluation and implementation of Anti-Dumping (AD), Partner Government Agencies (PGA) regulatory matters, Assists (dutiable additions to the value of imported goods), Valuation and Intercompany Pricing. This role will work closely with external service providers and must be able collaborate with the business within a dynamic global trade environment to ensure compliance with MT imports/exports policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Business, International Business or related field.
Trade Compliance Experience – Minimum 5 years in a corporate business environment.
Strong w orking knowledge of U.S. Export and Import laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic & Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the various economic sanctions laws, regulations, executive orders administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), US Customs and foreign Customs agencies.
SAP GTS experience - customer service, logistics, export, import trade compliance.
Proficient in MS Office suite of products.
Strong analytical and database management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to interact effectively across diverse groups.
Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally.
Project engagement and facilitation capabilities.
Must be eligible to receive export-controlled information (e.g., U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylee status.
Legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) and/or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certifications, and/or a Certified Export Compliance Officer.
Proficient in ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) report generation.
Responding to inquiries and assisting freight forwarder and customs brokers regarding documentation requirements and other import and export regulations in ensuring timely clearance.

Responsibilities

Support designated MT businesses on import/export matters.
Interface with Compliance Teams and other internal stakeholders (i.e., Program Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Engineering), and Senior Leadership to ensure support and work processes are in compliance with various U.S. import/export regulations.
Stay current with evolving semiconductor export controls, with focus on changing regulatory landscape for China-related import/export controls.
Classification – Classify, update and maintain HTS codes and ECCN/USML classifications in internal systems.
Export Licensing – Coordinate and prepare EAR/ITAR export license applications. Performs restricted party screening (RPS) as required.
Perform origin content and FTA/PGA/UFLPA qualification review of MT products. Generate and distribute certificates as required.
Evaluate possible dutiable assists, sample values and intercompany pricing matters as appropriate.
Group Email Boxes – Monitor/Action GTC group email boxes.
ACE – Prepare monthly reports for all MT US operations.
Post-Entry Audits - Engage in timely post-entry audits to validate import transactions and report to management.
Duties – Generate monthly reports to Leadership.
Recommend options to apply global trade rules and regulations to facilitate MT transactions.
Collaborate in the design and implementation of MT import/export compliance program.
Supporting other GTC activities as assigned.