FTZ & Customs Compliance Specialist: Chesapeake

Sumitomo Drive Technologies; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Life and AD Insurance (Company Paid)

Short/Long Disability (Company Paid)

401K, 401K Match

LinkedIn Learning

YMCA discount

Job summary

Sumitomo Drive Technologies is seeking a qualified Import/Export Compliance Specialist in Chesapeake, VA. The role focuses on customs compliance and FTZ performance, handling international and domestic transactions and audits.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in a related field and at least 5 years of FTZ experience, with strong Excel/Access skills and a current or in-progress US Customs Broker License. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a stable full-time role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, supply chain management or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) years of import/export clearance, compliance, and auditing in an FTZ setting.
• Knowledge of FTZ principles, U.S. Export Administration Regulations; U.S. Customs Regulations and HTS rules.
• Familiar with compliance software applications.
• Strong Excel and Access skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Current US Customs Broker License or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/file timely reports with Customs, FTZ Board, Grantee and SMA management.
• Perform freight, FTZ and customs audits to meet compliance requirements.
• Provide export classifications and determine license requirements for transport.
• Apply for export licenses when required.
• Maintain customs procedures manuals, audit records, rates, and shipments.
• Identify delays and suggest solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide compliance reporting and documentation for supply chain.
• Develop processes to improve FTZ performance and compliance.
• Create compliance documentation for Distribution Center operations.
• Manage retention files for all Customs entries.
• Collaborate with Customs Brokers on exceptions and resolutions.
• Interface with internal/external stakeholders and government agencies.
• Audit and approve freight invoices for timely payment.

Skills

FTZ compliance

Auditing

Documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

Access

Compliance software

US Customs Broker License

Job description

• Location 4200 Holland Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA, 23323, United States
• Base Pay $68,600.00 / Year
• Job Category Logistics, Manufacturing, Industrial
• Industry Manufacturing, Industrial, Supply Chain
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Minimum Experience 5 Years

Starting Salary Range is $68,600- $85,800. Final starting salary based on experience.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off- Including Volunteer Hours
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• YMCA discount and more!

Purpose and Scope of Job:

Primarily responsible for customs compliance and performance audit of international and domestic transportation transactions to facilitate trade, import and export of products within a Free Trade Zone (FTZ).

Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned):

• Prepare/file timely reports with Customs, FTZ Board, Grantee and SMA management.
• Perform freight, FTZ and customs audits to meet internal and external compliance requirements.
• Provide export classifications and determine whether export licenses are required for transporting goods.
• Apply for export licenses when required.
• Maintain customs procedure manuals, records of customs audits, freight rates, and shipments.
• Determine reasons for delays and potential solutions eliminating future delays.
• Provide customs and supply chain performance reporting, compliance documentation and rates.
• Develop processes and procedures to improve supply chain compliance & FTZ performance.
• Create compliance support documentation for Distribution Center operations.
• Manage document retention file for all Customs entries.
• Partner with Customs Broker(s) on exception management, corrective action, and final resolution.
• Interfaces with internal customers, external vendors and service providers as well as government agencies.
• Code, audit, and approve freight invoices for accuracy per agreements for timely payment by accounting.
• Support smooth flow of daily operations for all inbound shipments to the Distribution Center.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) years of experience with import/export clearance, compliance, and auditing in an FTZ setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FTZ principles, U.S. Export Administration Regulations; U.S. Customs Regulations, import/export documentation and recordkeeping; HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification rules.
• Familiar with compliance software applications.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Current US Customs Broker License or currently working on obtaining a US Customs Brokers License
• Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education > Skills section for incumbents holding this job title.

Work Conditions & Physical Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must have the ability to sit for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal/typewriter; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description does not serve as a contract nor does it limit the employer’s ability to establish or change the content, nature, or essential functions of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability.

Additional Information:

• Is this position safety sensitive? Yes