Trade Compliance Specialist

Briggs & Stratton • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Trade Compliance Specialist, your goal is to ensure that the correct method of valuation is applied to all products and that all elements of value prescribed by statute are included in the value reported to the customs authorities. This role involves assigning tariff classification of products using knowledge of the international Harmonized Tariff System (HTS), and detailed legal analysis of the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), Customs rulings and practices. You will also design and assist in the implementation of legal compliance programs to ensure and document the exercise of reasonable care. Responsibilities include processing sample transactions, assisting with process improvements and corrective actions, documenting procedures, and assisting with a Customs Compliance Audit. Additionally, you will prepare and send out a certificate of origin package to each supplier, provide technical assistance for their completion, review certificates for accuracy and validity, and provide regular reporting. Conducting post-entry audits to ensure import transactions meet customs requirements, identifying areas of non-compliance and implementing practical solutions, and assisting with applications for certification under Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and implementing best practices are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience
• Minimum of three years of customs compliance and import/export operational experience
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, SAP preferred
• Experience in classification, including: Knowledge of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the ability to apply the GRI's, research and interpret customs rulings, Informed Compliance Publications, and other guidelines for proper classification
• Prior experience classifying engine components preferred
• Detail oriented, with excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to effectively deal with a diverse group of people
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, communication skills and global mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels
• Self-motivated with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple time-sensitive tasks
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience classifying engine components preferred

Responsibilities

• Assigning tariff classification of product using knowledge of the international Harmonized Tariff System (HTS), and detailed legal analysis of the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), Customs rulings and practices
• Designing and assisting in the implementation of legal compliance programs designed to ensure and document the exercise of reasonable care
• Processing sample transactions, assisting with process improvements and corrective actions, documenting procedures, and assisting with a Customs Compliance Audit
• Preparing and sending out a certificate of origin package to each supplier; providing technical assistance to aid in their completion; reviewing the certificates for accuracy and validity and providing regular reporting
• Conducting post-entry audits to ensure that all import transactions meet customs requirements
• Identifying areas of non-compliance and implements practical solutions to improve compliance efforts
• Assisting with application for certification under Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and implementing best practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level