REMOTE - Sr. Specialist, Import Compliance

Lensa; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Senior Specialist in Import Compliance to ensure compliance with import regulations while handling HTS classifications and documentation. This remote role requires 5+ years of relevant experience and knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, contributing to a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience assigning HTS classification to products for a retail importer or customs broker.
• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker required.
• Customer service experience is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification.
• Support and create standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Import Compliance Team for accurate classification.

Skills

Analysis and Judgement

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Business Acumen

Planning and Organizing

Communication

Process Improvement

Drive Results

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or work experience equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

REMOTE - Sr. Specialist, Import Compliance

REMOTE - Sr. Specialist, Import Compliance

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Ross Stores, Inc., is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

We are the nation’s largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.
  
  

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

General Purpose

The Import Compliance Senior Specialist will be responsible for various tasks to help facilitate the timely, compliant importation of products into the U.S. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification, import documentation (PGAs, intellectual property, antidumping, USGR, etc.), auditing, communication, and execution of related processes/procedures that ensure Ross complies with all import regulations while exercising the highest standard of reasonable care. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The base salary range for this role is $70,100 - $105,200. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

Essential Functions

• Provide sourcing, buyers, and agents with HTS, duty, tariff, and special requirements to facilitate cost negotiations and compliance with all import regulations, including, but not limited to: 19CFR, PGA requirements, FTA eligibility, tariff and AD/CVD applicability.
• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. Customs import and partner government agency requirements for a broad range of retail commodities (FDA, F&W, USDA, FCC etc.).
• Assign accurate HTS classifications to a broad range of retail commodities, using GRIs and all available Customs resources.
• Leverage research tools, SOPs, systems, and reference materials to provide timely, consistent, accurate information to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Perform monthly audits of U.S. Customs Entries and prepare Post Summary Corrections as needed.
• Support and create standard operating procedures and compliance reference materials.
• Independently manage competing priorities, flexibly responding to business needs.
• Collaborate with Import Compliance Team to ensure accurate, consistent approach to classification of all imports.
• Provide analytical and transactional support to Operations and other business areas as needed.
  
  

Competencies

• Analysis and Judgement
• Interpersonal Effectiveness
• Business Acumen
• Planning and Organizing
• Communication
• Process Improvement
• Drive Results
• Attention to Detail
  
  

Qualifications And Special Skills Required

• Min. 5 years of experience assigning HTS classification to a broad range of products for a retail importer or a customs broker.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker required
• Bachelor's degree or work experience equivalent
• Customer service experience
• Experience with transportation and compliance systems
  
  

Physical Requirements/Ada

Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.

Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.

Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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