Krones
Customs Compliance Specialist – Krones
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The Customs Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting the global customs governance to ensure regional compliance. Key responsibilities include the Greenlight process, continuous improvement of Trade Compliance policies/procedures, conducting training for the business, and ensuring compliance with the import/export controls, laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities
Support the Global Corporate Customs Policy to ensure regional compliance
Proactively review the import Greenlight process to assure all items are compliant before released to ship
Assist in the development and delivery of company‑wide Compliance training
Handle import/export procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations including HTS, denied party screening, ECCN coding, NAFTA, valuation, country of origin, licensing, SAP data base, commercial invoices, recordkeeping, and special trade programs
Review imported and exported parts to assign proper classification
Contribute to the development of import/export control compliance measures
Recommend improvements to systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and quality of outputCreate Customs documents and courier labels for International Return Material Authorizations
Support the relationship with Customs Brokers and other related providers
Assist with requests for information from U.S. Customs, other government agencies, customs brokers, and freight forwarders
Coordinate cross‑departmental discussions regarding internal procedures to ensure company‑wide U.S. Governmental Compliance on a periodic basis
Maintain Export documentation record‑keeping requirements as per the Bureau of Industry and Security
Conduct internal audits and compliance assessments to identify potential areas of risk and recommend corrective actions to mitigate these risks
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field and 2+ years of experience in Customs Compliance. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a high school diploma with 4+ years of experience in Customs Compliance is also acceptable.
Experience creating import and export shipping documentation
Experience with policy, procedure, work instructions, HTS, COO, denied party screening, ECCN, and licensing
Experience conducting training and effectively communicating across all levels of the organization
3+ years of experience classifying parts to be imported into the USA (per the CBP harmonized tariff schedule) is strongly preferred
Professional Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with experience in SAP or an ERP equivalent, Global Trade Compliance software, and a TMS
Knowledge of business administration, operational processes, and Quality Management
Excellent problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve Compliance and operational issues
Thorough knowledge of U.S. Customs laws and regulations
Knowledge of Transportation shipping modes and transportation carriers
Soft Skills
Team First attitude, always provide world‑class service, direct and honest communication, all‑in attitude, deliver on commitments, always be compliant, ethical and safe, make your mark and give back
Customer Satisfaction focus, problem‑solving, detail orientated, organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately
This is a hybrid position, but the individual in this role will need to work and train 100% on‑site for an estimated timeline of the first 3 months. The on‑site training period is based on the individual and how long it takes them to learn our processes and work more independently. There will be a review after 3 months in which the manager will determine whether the Customs Compliance Specialist is ready to begin working the hybrid schedule of 2 days from home and 3 days on‑site per week. The hybrid work schedule is based on manager’s discretion and can change depending on business needs.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Finance and Sales
Industry:
Machinery Manufacturing
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The Customs Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting the global customs governance to ensure regional compliance. Key responsibilities include the Greenlight process, continuous improvement of Trade Compliance policies/procedures, conducting training for the business, and ensuring compliance with the import/export controls, laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities
Support the Global Corporate Customs Policy to ensure regional compliance
Proactively review the import Greenlight process to assure all items are compliant before released to ship
Assist in the development and delivery of company‑wide Compliance training
Handle import/export procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations including HTS, denied party screening, ECCN coding, NAFTA, valuation, country of origin, licensing, SAP data base, commercial invoices, recordkeeping, and special trade programs
Review imported and exported parts to assign proper classification
Contribute to the development of import/export control compliance measures
Recommend improvements to systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and quality of outputCreate Customs documents and courier labels for International Return Material Authorizations
Support the relationship with Customs Brokers and other related providers
Assist with requests for information from U.S. Customs, other government agencies, customs brokers, and freight forwarders
Coordinate cross‑departmental discussions regarding internal procedures to ensure company‑wide U.S. Governmental Compliance on a periodic basis
Maintain Export documentation record‑keeping requirements as per the Bureau of Industry and Security
Conduct internal audits and compliance assessments to identify potential areas of risk and recommend corrective actions to mitigate these risks
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field and 2+ years of experience in Customs Compliance. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a high school diploma with 4+ years of experience in Customs Compliance is also acceptable.
Experience creating import and export shipping documentation
Experience with policy, procedure, work instructions, HTS, COO, denied party screening, ECCN, and licensing
Experience conducting training and effectively communicating across all levels of the organization
3+ years of experience classifying parts to be imported into the USA (per the CBP harmonized tariff schedule) is strongly preferred
Professional Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with experience in SAP or an ERP equivalent, Global Trade Compliance software, and a TMS
Knowledge of business administration, operational processes, and Quality Management
Excellent problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve Compliance and operational issues
Thorough knowledge of U.S. Customs laws and regulations
Knowledge of Transportation shipping modes and transportation carriers
Soft Skills
Team First attitude, always provide world‑class service, direct and honest communication, all‑in attitude, deliver on commitments, always be compliant, ethical and safe, make your mark and give back
Customer Satisfaction focus, problem‑solving, detail orientated, organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately
This is a hybrid position, but the individual in this role will need to work and train 100% on‑site for an estimated timeline of the first 3 months. The on‑site training period is based on the individual and how long it takes them to learn our processes and work more independently. There will be a review after 3 months in which the manager will determine whether the Customs Compliance Specialist is ready to begin working the hybrid schedule of 2 days from home and 3 days on‑site per week. The hybrid work schedule is based on manager’s discretion and can change depending on business needs.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Finance and Sales
Industry:
Machinery Manufacturing
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