Lead Customs Specialist 1 - Customs Operations

HC1316 GE Precision Healthcare LLC; Waukesha (WI); Sur place; USD 96 000 - 144 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Résumé du poste

GE HealthCare in the United States is seeking a Lead Customs Specialist to drive U.S. and Canada customs operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and risk mitigation.

You will lead a high-performing team, provide subject matter expertise on trade compliance, and drive data-driven improvements across import processes and systems. You will work with IT and business stakeholders to implement GTM/ERP enhancements, establish broker governance, and develop reporting tools to improve transparency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of experience in Customs/US border expertise.
• 6+ years of experience in Customs / US Border Expertise.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook).
• Experience with Power BI, Smartsheet, and AI tools.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, import processes, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, and operational escalations.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute U.S. and Canada customs operations strategies ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
• Lead and develop a high-performing customs operations team through coaching and talent development.
• Provide SME guidance on customs regulations, import processes, and trade compliance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvements to enhance compliance, service levels, productivity, and visibility.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to implement GTM and ERP enhancements and automation solutions.
• Establish broker governance with performance measurement and corrective actions.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to standardize processes and mitigate risk.

Connaissances

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Outils

Microsoft Power BI

Smartsheet

AI tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, execution-focused professional to join the U.S. & Canada Customs Operations team. The successful candidate will drive cross-functional initiatives that improve import processes, optimize operational performance, expand Global Trade Management (GTM) capabilities, and ensure compliance with customs and regulatory requirements. As a Lead Customs Specialist, you will be responsible for processes and procedures related to the movement and shipment of GE HealthCare goods across borders. This role is accountable for planning and executing departmental operations and leading professional activities within the customs and trade compliance discipline. The position operates with autonomy, independently managing priorities, driving process improvements, and making sound operational decisions within established policies and regulatory requirements but guided by a review of end results. The role provides flexibility to modify procedures and practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, while ensuring results meet quality, compliance, timeliness, and operational performance standards.

Job Description Responsibilities

Develop and execute U.S. and Canada customs operations strategies that ensure compliance, operational excellence, cost optimization, and business continuity. Lead and develop a high-performing customs operations team through effective coaching and talent development. Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise on customs regulations, import processes, and trade compliance requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance, service levels, productivity, visibility, and operational efficiency. Leverage KPIs, analytics, and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making and operational governance. Partner with IT and business stakeholders to implement Global Trade Management (GTM) and ERP system enhancements, automation solutions, and technology-driven process improvements. Establish/Manage broker governance programs, including performance measurement, escalation management, corrective actions, and service improvement plans. Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics, Sourcing, Regulatory, Product Compliance, Planning, Finance, and external service providers to optimize import processes and reduce clearance delays. Lead shipment exception management and critical issue resolution to minimize supply chain disruptions and customer impact. Develop reporting tools, dashboards, and operational insights that improve transparency, accountability, and performance management. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives to standardize processes, mitigate compliance risk, and improve operational outcomes. Apply technical expertise, analytical thinking, and sound judgment to resolve complex customs and supply chain challenges while balancing compliance, operational, and business objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor and resource for stakeholders and team members, leading projects and driving consensus on customs and trade compliance matters.

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience) 6+ years of experience Customs / US Border Expertise Ability to communicate (verbal, written) in English Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook Desired Characteristics Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Smartsheet, and AI tools. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills. LCB, CCS, APICS/ASCM certification, or equivalent professional credentials preferred Proven experience in customs operations, trade compliance, international logistics, and broker management Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, import processes, customs entries, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, and operational escalations

Desired Characteristics

Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Smartsheet, and AI tools. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills. LCB, CCS, APICS/ASCM certification, or equivalent professional credentials preferred Proven experience in customs operations, trade compliance, international logistics, and broker management Strong knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, import processes, customs entries, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, and operational escalations

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $96,000.00-$144,000.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Application Deadline: November 07, 2026 At GE HealthCare, we see possibilities through innovation. We’re partnering with our customers to fulfill healthcare’s greatest potential through groundbreaking medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. Better tools enabling better patient care. Together, we are not only building a healthier future but living our purpose to create a world where healthcare has no limits.