Customs Classification Specialist

Michaels Stores; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels Stores is seeking a Customs Classification Specialist at our Support Center in Irving, TX to oversee US/Canada HTS classifications for over $1B in merchandise. You will interpret changing PGA/OGA requirements and provide guidance to internal teams, brokers, and suppliers to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong Excel skills, 3 years of customs experience, and the ability to write binding rulings. This is a on-site position at our Global Headquarters in Irving.

Qualifications

• 3 years Customs clearance entry writing experience and/or USHTS classification experience.
• High school diploma is required.
• Experience with binding rulings and tariff engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research antidumping and countervailing cases to mitigate duty spend.
• Provide internal import compliance tariff guidance to Merchandising and Sourcing teams.
• Write and request Binding Rulings from US Customs/CBSA as required.
• Develop, update, and deliver classification training to cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate SKU and classification data for Order Manager and brokers.

Skills

Excel basics

USHTS classification

Customs clearance entry writing

Tariff engineering

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Customs Classification Specialist located at our Support Center (Global Headquarters) in Irving, TX. This role will determine and oversee Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification compliance in accordance with US and Canada import regulations for over $1B of merchandise imported annually. The Customs Compliance Specialist interprets dynamically changing requirements of US and Canada Partner Government Agencies requirements including USDA, FDA, F&W, CPSC, EPA, CFIA, NRCAN, Health Canada.

Major Activities

• Research new and upcoming antidumping and countervailling cases to mitigate unnecessary additional duty spend.
• Provide internal import compliance tariff engineering and duty guidance to Michaels Merchandising and Sourcing teams.
• Write and request Binding Rulings from US Customs and/or CBSA as required.
• Develop, update, and deploy classification basics training to internal cross-functional teams.
• Assist in maintaining accurate sku and classification data for Order Manager and the US and Canada Customs brokers.
• Sku classifications, duty & tariff determination, and PGA/OGA requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional team classification and duty guidance.
• Advise teams on antidumping, countervailing research and mitigation.
• Research binding rulings and tariff engineering.
• Participate in ongoing training and reporting.

Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Excel basics (vlookup, pivot, standard formulas).

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

• 3 years Customs clearance entry writing experience and/or USHTS classification experience.
• Previous on the job training in a Customs brokerage or import compliance role.

Preferred Education

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• US Customs Broker license or CCS certification.