
Trade Compliance Specialist
- Wauwatosa, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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
- the ability to pivot/shift gears regularly
- motivated by a role with frequently shifting priorities where no two days are the same
- 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
- Prior experience classifying engine components
- SAP Experience
- Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to effectively deal with a diverse group of people
- 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
- Detail oriented, with excellent analytical and organizational skills
- 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