Import Specialist

Eastman Kodak Company; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Import Specialist to enhance their International Trade & Compliance team in Rochester, NY. This hybrid role involves monitoring foreign shipments and ensuring compliance with US Customs regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various teams. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of import operations. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Professional import experience in a logistics environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor foreign shipments and coordinate clearance through US Customs.
• Prepare import packet documentation and manage incoming shipments.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Job description

Role Overview

Kodak is looking for an Import Specialist to join our International Trade & Compliance team in Rochester, New York.

This is a hybrid role, with onsite work required in Rochester NY.

In this role, you will monitor foreign shipments inbound to the United States and coordinate the clearanceof all US import shipments through US Customs and Border Protection. Help supportthe overall administrative and compliance activities of the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ)program with multiple U.S zones.

Responsibilities:

• Arrival Coordination: Monitor inbox for incoming shipments, prepare importpacket documentation and obtain any missing information from carriers


• Enter Importer Security Filing data into import system and file with USCustoms and Border Protection; monitor responses and escalate as required


• Clear all US import shipments: Input shipment information into importsystem, transmit entry data to US Customs, monitor customs responses andprovide clearance documents to carriers. Properly file import entry packagesfor record retention


• Participate in Morning Markets: Provide data, status comments, and suggestprocess opportunities


• Assist in the identification and correction of common root causes for Import shipment clearance delays

Desired Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree is preferred.


• Multi-tasking, prioritization, and organizational skills required.


• Excellent problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills required.


• Ability to communicate with internal and external teams via email.


• Professional import experience in a logistics environment preferred.

EOE Policy Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Estimated Salary: $22.00 - $26.00

Experience Level: 0-5 Years

Requisition ID: 1395