Sr. International Trade & Customs Analyst (HYBRID)

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Title: Sr. International Trade & Customs Analyst (HYBRID)

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Deerfield, IL

Description

Local candidates only

Will consider 100% remote for experienced candidate. Hybrid preferred

Summary

Provides advanced support to International Trade and Customs operations under minimal supervision.

Proactively coordinates and monitors import/export compliance with US international trade, customs, and other government agency laws and regulations to minimize the risk of penalties and fines due to non-compliance for all Client entities. Responsible to help develop and audit the international trade program. Assists with the creation of reports and makes recommendations for system refinements. Serves as a consultant for the interpretation of regulations, duty reduction opportunities, and general process improvements. Responsible to help develop and support Trade and Customs Systems. Reports directly to the International Trade and Customs Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities.

This section contains a list of primary responsibilities of the work.

The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

In addition to higher level support of ITC Analyst responsibilities, the Sr. International Trade & Customs Analyst will perform the following duties:

• Provide support to the Trade Regulations Manager and Sr. Manager for day-to-day import/export operations and compliance with international trade, customs, and other government agency regulations.
• Assist with identification, qualification, implementation, and operation of strategic cost savings initiatives such as foreign trade zones, duty drawback, free trade agreements, duty suspension regimes, etc.
• Conduct comprehensive audits for the import and export programs, implement corrective action with analysts, and review results with the Trade Regulations Manager on a regular basis.
• Coordinate, review, and update all internal procedures and help develop associated training modules.
• Manage responses to official government requests.
• Overseas interaction with service providers, regulators, and internal business to facilitate import entry clearance or export filing.
• Assist the Trade Regulations Manager and Global Trade Director with the management of high-profile projects.
• Drive standardization of import/export processes, internal control procedures, and digitalization efforts.
  
  

Qualifications.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. List knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Self-starter with the ability to complete tasks with minimal direction from manager and/or supervisor.

Must have the ability to prioritize multiple projects/workflow and manage time efficiently in order to meet established timelines.

Knowledge and experience of import/export operations for a multinational company, min 5 years experience.

Thorough understanding of supply chain logistics including air, ocean, truck & rail, as well as, knowledge and experience with warehousing, distribution, supplier, and inventory management.

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), Internet, CROSS, and Customs Info.

Strong interpersonal skills and good written and verbal communication ability.

• Participate in lean six sigma programs to maximize value, reduce waste, and optimize department effectiveness.
• Strives for self-development; helps others identify capability gaps and appropriate growth opportunities for the benefit of the individual and the organization
• Anticipates and overcomes obstacles in the achievement of complex/multi-dimensional goals/commitments
• Interprets internal/external business issues and recommends best practices
• Assists in the definition of strategic plans
• Identifies quality, service-oriented and innovative solutions and shares key learnings with others
• Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify solutions
• Develops and implement new innovative solutions to complex or critical work issues within the job family, applying responsible risk to maximize results and achieve operational excellence
• Follows Client's high ethical standards and code of conduct
  
  

Education And/or Experience.

Include the education and/or experience that is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university is preferred. 5-7 years of US international trade compliance experience with a good understanding of core trade principles such as product valuation, tariff classification, C-TPAT, and trade programs.

A US Customs Brokers license is highly preferred and healthcare industry experience is ideal.

Experience and Interaction with US Customs, FDA, and other government agencies.

About Us

DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.