Trade Compliance Analyst

GEODIS; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Maternity and parental leave

Career development

Mentorship programs

Employee perks and discounts

Job summary

GEODIS in Philadelphia seeks a Senior Customs Classification Specialist to classify products under HTSUSA and advise on duties and regulatory requirements.

You will input determinations, liaise with clients and CBP officials, prepare reports, and mentor staff while traveling up to 10%. Requires US Customs Broker License and CBP Regulation knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in customs brokerage and/or import company
• Experience classifying textiles, apparel and accessories
• Knowledge of HTSUS and US Customs and Border Protection regulations/laws
• US Customs Broker License
• PC literate with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and assimilate regulations and technical documents
• Ability to maintain professional relationships and confidentiality
• Ability to present information to managers, customers, and coworkers
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

Responsibilities

• Classifies products according to the HTSUSA
• Applies regulatory and CBP decisions to products
• Determines other government agency requirements for products
• Advises clients on design/sourcing to minimize duties
• Inputs classifications into product library or storage location
• Meets with clients/government officials to review product lines
• Represents company at industry events
• Prepares reports on shipments, forecasts, and entries
• Conducts line reviews on product lines
• Prepares monthly customs data reports and broker scorecards
• Manages and trains staff on classification/regulation issues
• Travels up to 10%

Skills

Customs brokerage

HTSUS classification

USCBP regulations

Client advisory

Training others

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team:

• Classifies product according to the HTSUSA
• Applies regulatory, judicial, international and/or Customs and Border Protection decisions/views to
  products being classified
• Determines other government agency requirements applicable to the product
• Advises clients on alternate product design or sourcing options to minimize import duties applicable
• Inputs classification/OGA determinations into product library or alternate storage location
• Meets with clients and/or government officials to review product lines
• Represents company at industry events
• Prepares various reports which assist in daily operations such as: upcoming shipments for processing; a forecast of future shipments; and items that are on the water
• Conducts line reviews on product lines, including classification and other government agencies regulations
• Prepares reports such as monthly customs data report (number of entries, entered value, duties paid, number of exams, etc.); broker scorecard; overage and shortages
• Manages and train other employees on classification and regulation issues
• Travels up to 10%

What you need:

• Minimum 5 years experience in customs brokerage and/or import company
• Experience in classifying textiles, apparel and accessories
• Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule of US, Knowledge of US Customs and Border Protection laws and regulations
• US Customs Broker License
• PC literate with experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret, analyze, and assimilate regulations and technical documents
• Ability to maintain professional relationships and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to apply common sense, professional judgment, and technical expertise
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and co-workers
• Ability to multi-task in a fast pace and high-demanding environment

What you gain from joining our team:

• Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programs
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!

Join our Team!

• Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.

OR

• Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply!

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