FTZ Operations & Trade Compliance Analyst

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies; College Station (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas seeks an FTZ Compliance professional to own day-to-day FTZ operations in a hybrid role supporting a regulated biotech environment. You will activate FTZ entries, manage state-of-use records, coordinate CBP/FDA liaison activities, and drive audits and CAPA to maintain compliant interstate trade flows across the College Station facility.

You will lead FTZ governance, training, and filings while ensuring 19 CFR compliance and accurate HS/ECCN classification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in trade compliance and/or FTZ operations within pharma/biotech or other regulated industries.
• Hands-on FTZ experience: ICRS, CBP forms, in-bond movements, 19 CFR compliance, FTZ Board reporting.
• Knowledge of 19 CFR Parts 146 and 152; HTS/ECCN; country-of-origin; PGA interactions (FDA).
• Systems proficiency: FTZ ICRS and SAP; MS Office suite.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Administer FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping, create/validate e‑214 admissions, reconcile receipts/issues/adjustments.
• Coordinate bonded movements end-to-end, including in‑bond shipments and zone admissions.
• Maintain FTZ governance, SOPs, training, metrics, and filings; coordinate CBP background packages.
• Serve as daily liaison with CBP Port of Houston, Port Houston Authority, and FDA.
• Lead CBP/FDA audits; drive CAPA; maintain audit evidence.
• Support FTZ Operator Agreement, Bond, and carrier bonds; ensure signage and security compliance.
• Lead product classification (HS/HTSUS, ECCN, Schedule B) and cross-site alignment.
• Support valuation/origin determinations and country-of-origin decisions.
• Strengthen export controls and screening; advise on license/exception checks.
• Perform risk-based audits, post-summary corrections, and onboarding training.

Skills

FTZ compliance

Trade regulatory knowledge

Document control

CBP/FDA liaison

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

FTZ ICRS (QAD)

SAP

QuestaWeb

Job description

Join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas and own day-to-day Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations while uplifting trade compliance across a highly regulated, fast-growing biotech environment. In this hybrid role, you will ensure compliant FTZ activation and steady‑state performance, strengthen evidence of reasonable care, standardize practices across sites, and serve as a key liaison to CBP, the FTZ Grantee, and FDA.

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives.

From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions.

If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki.

Our state‑of‑the‑art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top‑note schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Principal Accountabilities

• Administer the FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping system (ICRS): create/validate e‑214 admissions, reconcile receipts/issues/adjustments, and maintain zone status (PF/NPF/DOM) with serial/lot controls.
• Coordinate bonded movements end-to-end, including in‑bond shipments from port of entry to zone, bonded carrier oversight, zone admissions, zone‑to‑zone transfers (as applicable), and timely customs filings.
• Maintain FTZ governance: keep the FTZ Procedures Manual/SOPs current; deliver site training and awareness; manage metrics; prepare and submit FTZ/CBP/FTZB filings; coordinate CBP Form 3078 background packages for key personnel.
• Serve as daily point of contact with CBP Port of Houston, the FTZ Grantee (Port Houston Authority), and FDA, including IFE/IND and other PGA data alignment.
• Lead CBP/FDA audits and port inquiries; conduct internal monthly/quarterly reviews; drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA); and maintain complete audit evidence.
• Support execution and maintenance of the FTZ Operator Agreement, FTZ Operator Bond, and carrier bond arrangements; ensure signage, access control, and security meet 19 CFR 146 in partnership with Site Security.
• Lead product classification: determine HS/HTSUS, ECCN, and Schedule B; maintain a Product Classification Matrix with documented rationale; drive cross‑site classification alignment.
• Support valuation and origin determinations, including computed value methodologies, assists/royalties reviews, and country‑of‑origin/marking decisions (including preferential rules).
• Strengthen export controls and screening: support restricted party screening governance and export control logic for SAP/TC release; advise on license/exception checks for dual‑use items.
• Execute monitoring and training: perform risk‑based audits for imports/exports, track and file post‑summary corrections and CF‑28/29 responses, deliver onboarding and annual training; perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 4 years in trade compliance and/or FTZ operations within pharma/biotech or other highly regulated industries.
• Hands‑on FTZ experience, including:
  • ICRS administration
  • e‑214 admissions (CBP Form 214), FTZ Activity Permit (CBP Form 216)
  • In‑bond movements (CBP Form 7512) and bonded carrier coordination
  • Annual physical inventory and reconciliation (19 CFR 146.25)
  • FTZ Board annual reporting
  • Direct interaction with CBP/Port and FDA/PGA audits
• Strong knowledge of 19 CFR Parts 146 and 152; HTS/ECCN classification; valuation methods (including computed value); country‑of‑origin/marking; and PGA interactions (FDA).
• Systems proficiency: FTZ ICRS (e.g., QAD, Integration Point, QuestaWeb, or similar) and SAP or comparable ERP.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Certifications preferred: Licensed Customs Broker (LCB), NCBFAA/NAFTZ training, IATA/DOT training, or similar credentials.

What Success Looks Like

• Compliant, timely FTZ admissions and reconciliations with accurate ICRS records.
• Clean internal and external audit outcomes with corrective actions closed according to plan.
• Comprehensive classification coverage with documented evidence soon after go‑live.
• Accurate SAP/ICRS data for HTS, ECCN, and country of origin aligned to agreed thresholds.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing this job, you may:

• Experience prolonged sitting with some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Use hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate office equipment (keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator).
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Wear required PPE, including safety shoes and high‑visibility vest or gowning.
• Be required to maintain regular attendance.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail] or [phone]).