Specialist - Integrated Purchasing (Global Trade Logistics/Customs Clearance)

Hyundai Motor Company; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Montgomery, Alabama is seeking an Entry Level Specialist in Integrated Purchasing to manage customs clearance and logistics. The ideal candidate will handle Harmonized Tariff Schedule preparation, manage customs for imports, and ensure accurate reporting. This role requires proficiency in MS Office and SAP, with a flexible schedule to meet the demands of a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 0 – 10 years job-related experience preferred.
• Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift.
• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and broker instructions for customs clearance.
• Manage customs clearance for Mexico import parts.
• Track and input various KPI data for reports.
• Verify data accuracy prior to payment of invoices.
• Lead transportation supplier pool updates, expansion, and maintenance.
• Select bidders and negotiate fees for trucking and domestic transportation.
• Track and input various KPI data for reports.
• Plan and complete post-entry audits of team truck files.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Specialist - Integrated Purchasing (Global Trade Logistics/Customs Clearance) at Hyundai Motor Company. Responsible for customs clearance for various import mass production parts and provide Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and instructions to the customs broker. Plan and arrange transportation of test vehicles and/or parts (both domestically and internationally) in the most efficient and cost-effective manner to meet the requirements of the requesting department in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and broker instructions for customs clearance of team truck shipments.
• Manage customs clearance for Mexico import parts.
• Plan and coordinate logistics and file export documents for transportation requests.
• Verify and report team truck freight costs and price discrepancies.
• Lead transportation supplier pool updates, expansion, and maintenance.
• Select bidders and negotiate fees for trucking and domestic transportation.
• Track and input various KPI data for reports.
• Plan and complete post-entry audits of team truck files.
• Verify container receipts and maintain shipper document log.
• Obtain, compare, and evaluate transportation RFQs for non-production export deliveries.
• Coordinate and expedite shipments for HMMA via ocean, rail, air, and truck.
• Prepare documentation to pay broker and transportation invoices.
• Check and prepare Glovis DA/TT financial payments and HMC TT (Telegraphic Transfer) payments.
• Review ASN/BOL data interface for errors and validate corrections.
• Ensure necessary copies, forms, materials, reports, records, and documents are made, distributed, and filed.
• Verify data accuracy prior to payment of invoices and coordinate with other departments/vendors to correct any errors prior to payments.
• Administer and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Systems Management (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) guidelines.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent desired
• 0 – 10 years job-related experience preferred
• Skills / Knowledge: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP

Additional Information

• Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign).
• Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift.
• Position may require on-call duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing