Import & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist

Enerflex Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous healthcare, dental and vision

401(k) employer matching

Generous paid time off

Employee equity plan

Tuition reimbursement

Fun office environment

Job summary

Enerflex Ltd. seeks an Import & FTZ Specialist to manage FTZ activities, ensure compliance, and oversee import operations. You will liaise with U.S. CBP, the Third-Party Zone Operator, customs brokers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to drive accurate FTZ transactions.

The role covers FTZ administration, ICRS data, HTS classifications, and regulatory reporting, with a focus on material traceability and duty-deferral support. Strong collaboration and audit readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years FTZ/import compliance experience.
• Experience with FTZ operations, privileged foreign status, HTS classification, and origin data.
• Strong data-management, analytical, reconciliation, and documentation skills.
• Experience with manufacturing inventory flows, ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Ability to lead third‑party providers and communicate compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee FTZ administration and operator oversight.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and internal teams for timely FTZ transactions.
• Maintain FTZ records and ensure regulatory reporting readiness.
• Track privileged foreign material and ensure traceability.
• Train personnel on FTZ processes and escalation requirements.
• Support audits and corrective actions.

Skills

FTZ administration

Import compliance

Regulatory reporting

SAP

Data management

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

FTZ ICRS

Job description

Summary

The Import & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist is responsible for the administration, compliance, and operational oversight of Enerflex Manufacturing's Foreign Trade Zone and related import activities. The role serves as the primary liaison among Enerflex, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the contracted Third-Party Zone Operator, customs brokers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

This position oversees FTZ inventory control, privileged foreign material tracking, physical security, import documentation, customs‑entry support, and regulatory reporting. The role ensures accurate material traceability throughout the manufacturing process while supporting duty deferral, tariff mitigation, audit readiness, and compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

FTZ Administration & Operator Oversight

• Serve as Enerflex’s primary point of contact for FTZ activities and oversee operation of the Enerflex Manufacturing Foreign Trade Zone.
• Oversee the contracted Third-Party Zone Operator responsible for admissions, withdrawals, domestic consumption entries, exports, and ICRS transactions.
• Validate the accuracy and timeliness of FTZ transactions and supporting documentation and coordinate corrective actions for discrepancies or compliance issues.
• Support customs reviews, regulatory inquiries, internal audits, and external compliance assessments.

ICRS, Inventory Control & Material Traceability

• Maintain and validate ICRS master data for privileged foreign material, including Manufacturer ID, country of origin, HTS classification, supplier information, part number, SAP material number, and customs-entry information.
• Reconcile ICRS, SAP, customs records, and physical inventory and resolve transaction, master-data, or inventory variances.
• Ensure materials purchased as privileged foreign use the correct SAP material number and are identified and physically segregated upon receipt.
• Track privileged foreign material through storage, manufacturing consumption, completion, withdrawal, export, or other final disposition.
• Ensure privileged foreign and applicable domestic materials are accurately captured on entries submitted to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Import, Customs & Physical Security Compliance

• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal teams to support accurate and timely import and FTZ transactions.
• Support validation of HTS classifications, country of origin, manufacturer identification data, valuation, and import documentation.
• Oversee FTZ physical security, access controls, material segregation, inventory controls, and security procedures.
• Conduct periodic compliance checks and coordinate remediation of documentation, security, material‑control, and process deficiencies.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit‑ready import and FTZ records in accordance with retention requirements.

Regulatory Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee the Third-Party Zone Operator’s preparation and timely submission of the FTZ Annual Report.
• Validate tariff‑deferred material activity, privileged foreign admissions and withdrawals, domestic material reporting, and inventory reconciliation reports.
• Partner with Logistics, Procurement, Receiving, Inventory Control, Manufacturing, Finance, and Information Technology to maintain compliant end‑to‑end processes.
• Train relevant personnel on FTZ identification, segregation, transaction, documentation, and escalation requirements.
• Improve transaction accuracy, data quality, material visibility, reporting, and duty‑deferral processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, Finance, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Three to five years of experience in FTZ administration, import or customs compliance, international logistics, inventory control, or a related discipline.
• Working knowledge of FTZ operations, privileged foreign status, HTS classification, country‑of‑origin data, customs documentation, and regulatory recordkeeping.
• Experience with manufacturing inventory flows, ERP systems, and inventory reconciliation; SAP and FTZ ICRS experience preferred.
• Strong data‑management, analytical, reconciliation, problem‑solving, and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to oversee third‑party providers and communicate compliance requirements effectively across operational teams.

Licensed Customs Broker designation or relevant customs/FTZ certification is preferred.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Currently, our organization is unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship or the transfer of an existing visa to obtain or maintain work authorization in the United States.

Physical Requirements

Fast‑paced general office environment. Many tasks have high degrees of time sensitivity. Domestic and international travel is possible on occasion.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

About Us

Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future.

Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.

Enerflex places its core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Success into action across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers positions us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry.

We foster a culture of ensuring our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but to also thrive in their roles. We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

What Enerflex Offers You

Full time employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Generous healthcare, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) employer matching
• Generous paid time off program
• Employee equity plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fun office environment

Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.