Trade Compliance & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist
GEODIS, Lebanon, TN, United States
Trade Compliance & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist
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Operations Requisition Number:
TRADE050194 Posted : April 14, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate : $23 USD per hour Locations
TN Lebanon 1000 CL4353 1000 Darrell Waltrip Dr Lebanon, TN 37090, USA Trade Compliance & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist Monday - Friday 1pm-9:30pm Benefits
Fair pay and potential bonus opportunities Flexible scheduling: part‑time, full‑time, seasonal, nights, weekends, and gig work Early payment options with on‑demand access to earnings Telemedicine from day one at no cost; additional health, dental, and vision benefits after a short waiting period Paid holidays, time off, short‑term disability, and new parent leave Safe, clean, and healthy work environment Opportunities for voice and feedback on workplace improvement Promotion support with an approximate 10% annual promotion rate for warehouse workers Compassion Fund for one‑time grants in times of unexpected hardship Volunteer and community donation opportunities Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and celebration of heritage What you will be doing:
Operate FTZ management system and process daily zone transactions and maintain required recordkeeping Monitor and ensure product movement in and out of the foreign trade zone is accounted for and declared properly to U.S. Customs Validate data within FTZ system against shipment documentation and inventory management system data, including verification of assist values Ensure accurate and complete record keeping related to FTZ transactions Reconcile daily inventory balances using Integration Point system Assist the distribution center in managing and troubleshooting inventory discrepancies and adjustments; declare discrepancies to U.S. Customs as required and report root causes to FTZ Compliance Manager Prepare and submit weekly filings to Customs Broker Manage in‑bond movements to the FTZ from various ports as needed Manage FTZ deadlines, including preparing annual FTZ reports and annual U.S. Customs reconciliation report Prepare weekly checklists for distribution center’s receiving team and track upcoming receipts Create and maintain internal reporting of compliance performance measurables and cost savings Create and update FTZ internal procedures manual Ensure effective communication between the DC Receiving team and Trade Compliance team Assist the FTZ Compliance Manager with U.S. Customs audits and coordinate responses to Customs requests Perform any other duties as required and assigned Requirements:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in international trade, business administration, logistics, or related field Minimum 2 years foreign trade zone experience and/or related trade compliance role Accredited Zone Specialist preferred Ability to pass a federal background check, required Knowledge of U.S. import and other government agencies’ regulations Working knowledge of inventory control systems and warehousing operations Commitment to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through Proficient in MS Office Suite; advanced Microsoft Excel is a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrating ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to work independently and apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Job Category:
Operations Requisition Number:
TRADE050194 Posted : April 14, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate : $23 USD per hour Locations
TN Lebanon 1000 CL4353 1000 Darrell Waltrip Dr Lebanon, TN 37090, USA Trade Compliance & Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Specialist Monday - Friday 1pm-9:30pm Benefits
Fair pay and potential bonus opportunities Flexible scheduling: part‑time, full‑time, seasonal, nights, weekends, and gig work Early payment options with on‑demand access to earnings Telemedicine from day one at no cost; additional health, dental, and vision benefits after a short waiting period Paid holidays, time off, short‑term disability, and new parent leave Safe, clean, and healthy work environment Opportunities for voice and feedback on workplace improvement Promotion support with an approximate 10% annual promotion rate for warehouse workers Compassion Fund for one‑time grants in times of unexpected hardship Volunteer and community donation opportunities Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and celebration of heritage What you will be doing:
Operate FTZ management system and process daily zone transactions and maintain required recordkeeping Monitor and ensure product movement in and out of the foreign trade zone is accounted for and declared properly to U.S. Customs Validate data within FTZ system against shipment documentation and inventory management system data, including verification of assist values Ensure accurate and complete record keeping related to FTZ transactions Reconcile daily inventory balances using Integration Point system Assist the distribution center in managing and troubleshooting inventory discrepancies and adjustments; declare discrepancies to U.S. Customs as required and report root causes to FTZ Compliance Manager Prepare and submit weekly filings to Customs Broker Manage in‑bond movements to the FTZ from various ports as needed Manage FTZ deadlines, including preparing annual FTZ reports and annual U.S. Customs reconciliation report Prepare weekly checklists for distribution center’s receiving team and track upcoming receipts Create and maintain internal reporting of compliance performance measurables and cost savings Create and update FTZ internal procedures manual Ensure effective communication between the DC Receiving team and Trade Compliance team Assist the FTZ Compliance Manager with U.S. Customs audits and coordinate responses to Customs requests Perform any other duties as required and assigned Requirements:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in international trade, business administration, logistics, or related field Minimum 2 years foreign trade zone experience and/or related trade compliance role Accredited Zone Specialist preferred Ability to pass a federal background check, required Knowledge of U.S. import and other government agencies’ regulations Working knowledge of inventory control systems and warehousing operations Commitment to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through Proficient in MS Office Suite; advanced Microsoft Excel is a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrating ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to work independently and apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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