Import Export Operations Specialist Oxnard California

Planet Pharma; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks a detail-oriented Import/Export Specialist to manage global trade accounts, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate logistics for shipments by ocean, air, land and rail. You will liaise with freight forwarders, brokers, and internal teams to maintain audit-ready documentation and timely processing.

The role requires a BA/BS degree, strong English communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree required.
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with overtime when necessary.
• Excellent analytical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expedite import/export processes while ensuring compliance with US and foreign regulations.
• Coordinate with regional coordinators, warehousing, and production planning.
• Audit team files to ensure audit-ready status and prepare for internal/external audits (USCBP/EPA).
• Train stakeholders on SOPs and collaborate cross-functionally to implement best practices.
• Serve as key contact for foreign partners/customers and coordinate across divisions.

Skills

Import/export processes

Regulatory knowledge

Auditing

Analytical skills

Education

BA/BS Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

With minimal supervision, perform Import/Export activities in compliance
with Government rules and regulations, organizational policies,
procedures, goals and objectives
Responsible for expediting the import/export process by liaising with
regional Import/Export coordinators, Warehousing/Distribution, and Plant
& Production planning
Responsible for coordinating logistics for import/export shipments
(ocean, air, land, rail) working closely with freight forwarders,
brokers, Transportation Contract managers and internal stakeholders
Responsible for ensuring all work is completed in a timely and compliant
manner, adhering to all internal policies and government regulations.
Responsible for ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant
with US and foreign customer.
Responsible for auditing team members files to ensure files are
maintained in audit-ready status.
Be prepared to participate in an internal or external (USCBP/EPA) audits
Responsible and accountable for accurate, timely and compliant
processing of all orders for assigned countries and/or product
portfolio.
Employee must remain current on all applicable import/export regulations
through formal training and self-guided initiatives.
Develop, maintain and train team members and stakeholders on Standard
Operating Procedures associated with assigned portfolio.
Collaborate cross-functionally, across divisions and internationally to
identify and implement best practices and maintain a culture of
continuous improvement.
Responsible for being the key contact for foreign partners / customers
Conduct import/export operations process training as required

Key Tasks

Responsible for handling complex global trade accounts/trade lanes
Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards related
to APHIS, Customs and Border Protection, USDA and other government
agency laws and regulations
Become Subject Matter Expert for assigned business units
Good understanding of product portfolio and production processes
Perform other duties and participate in projects as needed

Qualification & Competencies

BA/BS Degree
Ability to read and write English with STRONG verbal and written
communication skills
Must have the flexibility to work overtime when necessary
Excellent analytical skills preferred
Must have office experience
MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN MICROSOFT PRODUCTS, OUTLOOK WORD EXCEL

Pay range: 22-32/hr DOE