Sr. Customs Analyst
PetSmart Store Support Group, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, United States
Job Summary
The Sr. Customs Analyst is responsible for supporting daily compliance with Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. import requirements to ensure that the company is in compliance with all appropriate Customs and Participating Government Agency (PGA) regulations. Compliance and process mindset are paramount to maintaining PetSmart’s compliance program. Organization and attention to detail are required for job tasks.
Supervisory Requirements There are no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Effectively communicate and build relationships with Transportation, Distribution, Replenishment, Vendor Management, Finance, Legal, Merchandising and Global Sourcing departments as well as vendors and service providers
Monitor, identify, and support resolution of shipment and compliance issues to ensure timely and compliant movement of goods
Support PGA processes, including gathering and maintaining ingredients lists and required data, and obtaining and tracking export/import permits
Support HTSUS/HTSCA and PGA code assignment and maintenance, including supporting and overseeing classification activities in coordination with internal stakeholders
Perform pre- and post-entry audits of Customs entries, identifying trends or risks and supporting corrective actions
Run and analyze reports in company and service provider platforms to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement
File US Census declarations, coordinate DC/vendor/freight transportation for international expansion exports; file Puerto Rico Hacienda import tax declarations
Manage USMCA and other duty preference program certificates from vendors
Support Customs programs and projects such as CTPAT audits, Duty Drawback, FTZ, and similar initiatives
Manage Canadian Exclusion module processes which help determine goods that are eligible to go to Canada
Manage invoicing for customs brokerage services and permits, ensuring accuracy and alignment with services performed
Manage and validate estimated landed cost duties for international shipments and vendors
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent program preferred
2+ years of experience in import/export compliance preferred
Retail and/or supply chain background is a plus
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP
Ability to multi-task
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong human relations skills to build positive relationships with team, other departments, external suppliers and government officials
Scope of Responsibility Applies advanced skills within a specific field of specialization. Understands and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures. This position is a competent professional role that independently performs varied work that is often complex and difficult in nature, requiring a high level of responsibility.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment are characteristic of those found in a typical office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additional Job Considerations
This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face‑to‑face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients.
Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross‑functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results.
On‑site presence in accordance with our FlexSmart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team.
* This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive, exhaustive list of all essential job functions for this position. PetSmart retains the right to change or assign other required job duties to this position.
PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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Supervisory Requirements There are no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Effectively communicate and build relationships with Transportation, Distribution, Replenishment, Vendor Management, Finance, Legal, Merchandising and Global Sourcing departments as well as vendors and service providers
Monitor, identify, and support resolution of shipment and compliance issues to ensure timely and compliant movement of goods
Support PGA processes, including gathering and maintaining ingredients lists and required data, and obtaining and tracking export/import permits
Support HTSUS/HTSCA and PGA code assignment and maintenance, including supporting and overseeing classification activities in coordination with internal stakeholders
Perform pre- and post-entry audits of Customs entries, identifying trends or risks and supporting corrective actions
Run and analyze reports in company and service provider platforms to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement
File US Census declarations, coordinate DC/vendor/freight transportation for international expansion exports; file Puerto Rico Hacienda import tax declarations
Manage USMCA and other duty preference program certificates from vendors
Support Customs programs and projects such as CTPAT audits, Duty Drawback, FTZ, and similar initiatives
Manage Canadian Exclusion module processes which help determine goods that are eligible to go to Canada
Manage invoicing for customs brokerage services and permits, ensuring accuracy and alignment with services performed
Manage and validate estimated landed cost duties for international shipments and vendors
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent program preferred
2+ years of experience in import/export compliance preferred
Retail and/or supply chain background is a plus
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP
Ability to multi-task
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong human relations skills to build positive relationships with team, other departments, external suppliers and government officials
Scope of Responsibility Applies advanced skills within a specific field of specialization. Understands and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures. This position is a competent professional role that independently performs varied work that is often complex and difficult in nature, requiring a high level of responsibility.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment are characteristic of those found in a typical office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additional Job Considerations
This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face‑to‑face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients.
Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross‑functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results.
On‑site presence in accordance with our FlexSmart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team.
* This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive, exhaustive list of all essential job functions for this position. PetSmart retains the right to change or assign other required job duties to this position.
PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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