Customs Compliance Specialist - Military veterans preferred

Petmate

We are seeking a Customs Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic team at Petmate. The Customs Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all import and export activities comply with international trade regulations and customs laws. This role involves managing and overseeing the company's customs compliance program, including the classification of goods, documentation, and adherence to all relevant regulations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Manages all compliance requirements to Customs and Border Protection laws.? Ensure that Petmate stays current to the regulations on a pro-active basis.?
• As the in-house subject matter expert for compliance, communicates and maintains pro-active and positive relationships with departments and colleagues involved with new product development to obtain quick and accurate information.?
• Manage Petmate’s current internal controls for imports and exports.? 
• Regularly reviews and pro-actively communicates necessary updates and changes to requirements.?
• Develops and leads monthly Customs audit testing programs.?
• Develop supply chain security programs.? Coordinates communication of supply chain security programs within the Company.?
• Lead efforts to understand, evaluate and prepare Petmate to become C-TPAT certified.?
• Manages improvement and timeliness of Petmate’s Duty Drawback program.?
• Files quarterly PEA (Port Entry Amendments) with U.S. Customs.? 
• Tracks and reduces occurrences for fines and penalties.?
• File assists with U.S. Customs, when required.?
• Determines and documents HTS Classification for product.? 
• Audits on a regular basis and makes adjustments to eliminate non-compliance events.??
• Lead initiatives for duty reduction opportunities.?
• Other duties as deemed necessary.

 SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

Requirements:  

• Expert knowledge in international trade regulations.?
• Demonstrated compliance management abilities.?
• Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.? 
• Oracle experience would be desirable.?
• Good organization and multi-tasking skills, and ability to respond to customs-related concerns and questions.?
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions, correspondence and memos.?
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.?
• Team player who collaborates and cooperates with colleagues and co-workers to achieve Department and Company goals.???
• Good attendance and punctuality record.?
• Experience coordinating and participating in Import/Export Audits.?
• Ability to adapt and perform in a rapidly changing environment.?
• Experience leading (Customs Compliance) Committee meetings?
• Ability to obtain binding rulings, when applicable.?
• Federal Trade and Global Trade agreements knowledge.?

 Education/Experience: 

•  High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years related experience and/or training at an import/export broker or equivalent job experience.?

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.?The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment is a professional office setting that can be fast-paced and requires the ability to sit for extended periods while using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Although the office is generally quiet, it may occasionally become busy and noisy. We prioritize safety and cleanliness, ensuring that the workspace is well-maintained and providing all necessary equipment to support a productive work environment. Despite the demanding nature of the role, we foster a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where teamwork and professional growth are highly valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome all qualified applicants. 

Petmate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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