Logistics & Trade Compliance Specialist

W3Global; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a logistics professional to monitor import/export shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with international regulations. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize freight, tariffs, and documentation for global shipments.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field, plus experience with ERP systems and warehouse software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• Experience in domestic and international logistics with an international company.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP systems required.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor import/export shipments to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Understand and apply import/export policies and agreements for goods.
• Provide customs compliance and dangerous goods shipping oversight for international shipments.
• Audit customs entries for tariff classification, valuation, and duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management systems

Logistics software

Job description

We are a multinational corporation and one of the world's largest manufacturers of glass, electronic displays, and chemical products. Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, including a state-of-the-art technology center, we maintains manufacturing operations in nearby Thorndale, Pennsylvania, a satellite sales office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and warehouses located throughout North America.

We provides you with the opportunity to collaborate with great people. As part of a global company, you will gain important international perspective and will be part of a network of thousands of colleagues worldwide while enjoying the small-company environment where you can see the impact of the company's success.

Essential Functions

• Monitors all import/export shipments to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Understands our Import/Export policies, procedures, and agreements for imported/exported goods.
• Provides Customs compliance and Dangerous Goods shipping oversight for International shipments.
• Audits Customs entries for proper tariff classification, relationship status, valuation, and assessed duties.
• Implements and Executes International and Domestic RFQ's Bi-Annually to ensure AGC competitiveness.
• Provides support and recordkeeping for our EAR Program.
• Provides support for all ECCN and HTS classifications as well as Certificates of Origin documentation
• Provides functional area data for PAFs (product activations)
• Supports various tariff programs and respective refund processes
• Works closely with Customer Service and Product Management to provide International freight information for customer quotes and delivery confirmations.
• Develops lead time metrics for import and export shipping lanes.
• Collaborates with the SCM Team to develop Standard Operating Procedures related to Logistics.
• Completes special assignments as requested by management.
• Oversee the flow of bonded warehouse documentation and movement of goods
• Supports AGC's 1313P Drawback Program with our Nominated Broker
• Audits Forwarder invoices for accuracy based on Negotiated Contracted Rates
• Provide Logistics Support for our Regional Partners

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree required. Preferably in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Firsthand experience in domestic and international logistics while working with an international company.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical skills, and Microsoft office proficiency.
• Prior work with ERP systems required.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and other relevant logistics software (a plus or required)
• Work collaboratively with different teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in an environment that requires multi-tasking and the ability to react to changing priorities quickly.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access office machinery, accomplish tasks, or travel from one worksite to another.
• Constantly operates a computer, keyboard, copier, printer, and other office productivity machinery.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.