FTZ and Trade Compliance Specialist

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Lafayette, IN, is seeking a FTZ and Trade Compliance Specialist to enhance import and export operations. The role includes ensuring trade compliance, advising different departments, and monitoring FTZ activities. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in trade compliance, along with excellent problem-solving skills and a robust knowledge of relevant regulations. Familiarity with MS Office and experience working with Customs Brokers is highly desired.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in trade compliance and/or operations.
• Working knowledge of relevant import and export regulations.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support trade compliance and operational efficiency.
• Monitor imports and exports for timely clearance.
• Advise departments on trade compliance requirements.

Skills

Trade compliance knowledge

Problem solving

Document management

HTS classification

Experience with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Tools

MS Office

SAP GTS

Job description

The FTZ and Trade Compliance Specialist works independently and as part of a team to maintain and improve SIA’s Import, Export, and FTZ operations and share responsibility for managing daily trade compliance within SIA’s FTZ Subzone by following established procedures and relevant regulations. In addition, the role will assist in creating and implementing various improvements in systems, processes, and procedures.

Outline of Duties:

• Support trade compliance and efficient business operations by identifying opportunities for improvement and possible solutions
• Assist in the implementation of improvements, including by developing and updating documentation (work instructions, reports, forms, templates, etc.).
• Advise other departments on import/export/FTZ requirements and contribute to overall trade compliance.
• Monitor imports and exports to ensure timely clearance and resolve problems, as necessary.
• Monitor FTZ activity and compile part consumption data for weekly FTZ entry.
• Audit and retention of customs entry summaries, duty payments, and associated records.
• Support daily operations through HTS classification, electronic filings, import/export documentation, recordkeeping, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (business related or technical preferred) and at least 5 years’ experience in trade compliance and/or operations.
• Working knowledge of relevant import, export, and foreign trade zone regulations.
• Experience with MS Office applications (experience using formulas and macros in Excel - e.g., index match, pivot tables, macros, etc.- highly preferred).
• Ability to search, interpret, and apply rules and regulations to resolve ambiguous situations.
• Track record of problem solving, implementing improvements to existing process, and finding answers to new problems.
• Experience with international business and logistics.

Desired Qualifications:

• Licensed Customs Broker and/or CCS, ITCC, CUSECO, or similar certifications
• Experience working for an importer (especially a manufacturing importer) and/or an FTZ strongly preferred.
• Strong background in HTSUS classification, including documentation of classification process and rationale.
• Experience with some or all the following: ECCN classification, export licensing, AD/CVD, duty drawback, FTA certification, C-TPAT, ISA, bonded facilities/freight, etc.
• Experience with trade automation (Integration Point, Amber Road, SAP GTS, Descartes, etc.)
• Experience working with Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders.
• Experience with government inquiries/audits and managing risk.

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.