Hybrid FTZ Operations & Trade Compliance Analyst

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies; College Station (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas seeks a Hybrid FTZ Trade Compliance specialist to own day-to-day FTZ operations and ensure regulatory adherence in a fast-growing biotech setting. The role interfaces with CBP, the FTZ Grantee, and FDA to maintain compliant activations and steady-state performance.

Responsibilities include governing FTZ processes, coordinating in-bond shipments, and leading audits while driving CAPA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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, FTZ Activity Permit, in-bond movements, annual physical inventory, FTZ Board reporting.
• Strong knowledge of 19 CFR Parts 146 and 152; HTS/ECCN classification; valuation methods; country-of-origin/marking; and PGA interactions.
• Systems proficiency: FTZ ICRS (QAD, Integration Point, QuestaWeb) and SAP or comparable ERP.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Administer FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping system; create/validate admissions; reconcile receipts/issues/adjustments; maintain zone status.
• Coordinate bonded movements end-to-end, including in-bond shipments and zone transfers; ensure timely filings.
• Maintain FTZ governance; update SOPs; deliver training; manage metrics and filings; support audits.
• Serve as daily liaison with CBP Port of Houston, FTZ Grantee, and FDA; align data for IFE/IND and PGA.
• Lead CBP/FDA audits; conduct reviews; drive CAPA; maintain audit evidence.
• Support FTZ Operator Agreement and bond arrangements; ensure signage and security per 19 CFR 146.
• Lead product classification: HS/HTSUS, ECCN, Schedule B; maintain classification matrix.
• Support valuation/origin determinations; country-of-origin decisions; apply preferential rules.
• Strengthen export controls and screening; advise on license checks for dual-use items.
• Execute risk-based audits; track post-summary corrections; provide onboarding/training; take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

FTZ operations

e-214 admissions

In-bond movements

HTS/ECCN classification

PGA interactions

SAP/ERP proficiency

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certifications preferred: LCB/NAFTZ/IATA training

Tools

FTZ ICRS systems (QAD, Integration Point, QuestaWeb)

SAP

QAD

Job description

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas seeks a Hybrid FTZ Trade Compliance specialist to own day-to-day FTZ operations and ensure regulatory adherence in a fast-growing biotech setting. The role interfaces with CBP, the FTZ Grantee, and FDA to maintain compliant activations and steady-state performance.

Responsibilities include governing FTZ processes, coordinating in-bond shipments, and leading audits while driving CAPA.