Trade Compliance Specialist
Power Technique North America LLC, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Trade Compliance Specialist
Are you passionate about international trade? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team in a growing business area? The Atlas Copco Power Technique Business Area (PTBA) of Atlas Copco is looking for a Trade Compliance Specialist with a continuous improvement mentality. This role is an exciting opportunity if you want to play a critical role in supporting the enhancement and maximizing the efficiency of our trade compliance activities for Americas region. As PTBA Trade Compliance Specialist you will report to the PTBA Trade Compliance Manager – NASA.
Mission
Implement the Group’s trade compliance policies and procedures within the Power Technique Business Area across the Americas region
Make sure that trade compliance activities in the Americas region are compliant with applicable import/export, customs and trade sanctions regulations in the countries where we operate
Main responsibilities
Manage relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders. Monitor performance of brokers and forwarders through monthly review meetings and analyzing KPIs
Respond to broker inquiries regarding HTS classification, OGA qualifications, country of origin and valuation
Conduct entry audits to ensure customs brokers are maintaining the required 95% accuracy and are following established SOPs
Partner with Sourcing, Planning and Logistics teams to gather required information when needed and prevent delays to customs clearance
Maintain document retention standards in compliance with US Customs requirements
Gather and maintain information from other government agencies (OGA) and look for opportunities for process efficiencies
Assist the PTBA Trade Compliance Manager in conducting internal trade audits and risk assessments and providing training to PTBA entities in the Americas region
Support sanctioned party screening, product classification, export license determination and customs compliance matters
Monitor and analyze changes in trade compliance regulations for the Americas region impacting PTBA entities and provide guidance for policy updates
Assist the PTBA Americas TC Manager with assigned projects and initiatives
Align with other business areas and share best practices
To succeed, you will need We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Trade, Logistics or related field or equivalent work experience
Minimum 1 year experience in trade compliance
Familiar with ECCN/HS classification and dual use as well as denied party screening
Experience with SAP S/4 Hana, GTS, or other similar systems used in trade compliance management preferred
Able to quickly learn new processes and systems and able to develop and implement process improvements
Strong logical and analytical skills and able to operate in a fast‑paced environment
You have an eye for detail and are customer‑focused
You are self‑motivated and you are able to efficiently bring projects to completion
You have strong written and verbal communication skills (English is a must)
Work ethics requirements
You are an Innovator, striving to create better solutions and ways, to challenge the status quo
You value high standards, always finding a better way and not compromising on quality
You embrace entrepreneurial thinking from identifying the customer needs to bringing the added value
You are resilient & Agile in the face of uncertainty in an ever‑changing environment
You are open‑minded & collaborative to accept new ideas, can learn from mistakes, willing to work in a team
You are focused with a "can do" attitude, ready to go beyond the job description scope and keep finding solutions
You are passionate about making a better world, a true believer with full alignment on personal values
In return, we offer
A friendly atmosphere
Plenty of opportunities to grow and develop
A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behavior, and integrity
An organization that uses diversity as a driver of performance
Potential to see your ideas realized and to make an impact
New challenges and new things to learn every day
Job location This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on‑site at our location in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA.
Contact information Talent Acquisition Team: Tameka Carpenter
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Mission
Implement the Group’s trade compliance policies and procedures within the Power Technique Business Area across the Americas region
Make sure that trade compliance activities in the Americas region are compliant with applicable import/export, customs and trade sanctions regulations in the countries where we operate
Main responsibilities
Manage relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders. Monitor performance of brokers and forwarders through monthly review meetings and analyzing KPIs
Respond to broker inquiries regarding HTS classification, OGA qualifications, country of origin and valuation
Conduct entry audits to ensure customs brokers are maintaining the required 95% accuracy and are following established SOPs
Partner with Sourcing, Planning and Logistics teams to gather required information when needed and prevent delays to customs clearance
Maintain document retention standards in compliance with US Customs requirements
Gather and maintain information from other government agencies (OGA) and look for opportunities for process efficiencies
Assist the PTBA Trade Compliance Manager in conducting internal trade audits and risk assessments and providing training to PTBA entities in the Americas region
Support sanctioned party screening, product classification, export license determination and customs compliance matters
Monitor and analyze changes in trade compliance regulations for the Americas region impacting PTBA entities and provide guidance for policy updates
Assist the PTBA Americas TC Manager with assigned projects and initiatives
Align with other business areas and share best practices
To succeed, you will need We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Trade, Logistics or related field or equivalent work experience
Minimum 1 year experience in trade compliance
Familiar with ECCN/HS classification and dual use as well as denied party screening
Experience with SAP S/4 Hana, GTS, or other similar systems used in trade compliance management preferred
Able to quickly learn new processes and systems and able to develop and implement process improvements
Strong logical and analytical skills and able to operate in a fast‑paced environment
You have an eye for detail and are customer‑focused
You are self‑motivated and you are able to efficiently bring projects to completion
You have strong written and verbal communication skills (English is a must)
Work ethics requirements
You are an Innovator, striving to create better solutions and ways, to challenge the status quo
You value high standards, always finding a better way and not compromising on quality
You embrace entrepreneurial thinking from identifying the customer needs to bringing the added value
You are resilient & Agile in the face of uncertainty in an ever‑changing environment
You are open‑minded & collaborative to accept new ideas, can learn from mistakes, willing to work in a team
You are focused with a "can do" attitude, ready to go beyond the job description scope and keep finding solutions
You are passionate about making a better world, a true believer with full alignment on personal values
In return, we offer
A friendly atmosphere
Plenty of opportunities to grow and develop
A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behavior, and integrity
An organization that uses diversity as a driver of performance
Potential to see your ideas realized and to make an impact
New challenges and new things to learn every day
Job location This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on‑site at our location in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA.
Contact information Talent Acquisition Team: Tameka Carpenter
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