Import/Export Logistics Specialist

Daifuku North America; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Import/Export Logistics Specialist to oversee inbound parts shipments from Japan and other vendors. This role involves coordinating with internal teams to ensure compliance with international logistics and trade regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tariff classification and customs transactions, alongside a preferred bachelor's degree. Join a team of experts dedicated to enhancing material handling solutions and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; training in international logistics is a plus.
• Experience with tariff classification and international freight forwarding.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound parts imports and coordinate with internal departments.
• Act as main contact for Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders.

Skills

International Logistics

Tariff Classification

Freight Forwarding

Customs Transactions

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Training in International Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Word

AdobePro

Microsoft Access

Job description

Overview

About Us:

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary:

The Import/Export Logistics Specialist will manage the inbound parts imports - shipments from Daifuku Japan and other offshore vendors.

Ideal candidate:

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring Sponsorship

Responsibilities

Daily management of inbound parts imports - shipments from Daifuku Japan and other offshore vendors, including:

• Coordination with internal departments on international logistics and trade compliance to ensure shipments arrive as needed, clear customs, and flow through the system. (may include Wynparts/Order fulfillment team, Purchasing, Project Managers, Project Engineers);
• Becoming the main point of contact for external Customs Brokers, Carriage Brokers, Freight Forwarders, and logistics providers regarding Daifuku Intralogistics America Parts imports.

Weekly/Monthly management of parts exported to Canada, Mexico, and beyond, including:

• AES filings either directly on ACE or through a Customs broker
• Checking with internal Trade Compliance personnel and/or external Legal Trade representatives on the need for export licensure of items on the Commerce Control List (e.g., solenoids, cameras, semiconductor chips)
• Collaborating with engineers & project personnel on longer Initial Spares Lists requiring functional detail
• Ensuring Daifuku Intralogistics complies with all regulatory Trade Compliance requirements.

Essential Job Functions:

• Managing customer spare parts orders (Wynparts) from order notice to delivery
• Tracking and managing Work-In-Process Parts (Conveyor components) from order notice to delivery
• Managing emergency replacement parts (Global Management System) from order notice to delivery
• Overseeing domestic and offshore AS/RS System Upgrades involving international parts content

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; formal or informal training in international logistics is a plus
• Experience with tariff classification, including but not limited to: a) industrial machinery & electronics (HTUS Chapters 84-85); b) Structural steel articles (Chapters 72-73); c) Structural Aluminum articles (Chapter 76); d) Articles of Plastic (Chapter 39); e) Articles of Rubber (Chapter 40)
• Experience with international freight forwarding and Customs transactions
• Experience with/training in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) and CBSA CARM system in Canada
• Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, AdobePro, Microsoft Access (preferred)
• SAP training a plus

• Military experience highly valued; any MOS, AFSC, or NEC welcome.

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