TRIGO Aerospace Defense & Rail · 2 months ago
Import/Export Compliance Specialist
Grand Prairie, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expTRIGO Aerospace Defense & Rail is a leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. The Import/Export Compliance Specialist is responsible for maintaining and executing the import compliance program, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and collaborating with internal teams to resolve compliance issues.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide regulatory guidance to internal customers
Manage daily import/export activities including interaction with customs brokers & freight forwarders
Review potential exports to determine the proper export authorization
Classify products for import & export, including, USML, ECCN, Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes and Country of Origin
Interface with internal functions (i.e., Program Management, Supply Chain) to ensure all work processes are in compliance with U.S. trade regulations
Draft and update procedures, instructions, forms, and templates
Provide compliance trainings to internal customers
Conduct investigations into potential compliance issues
Conduct audits and risk assessments
Collaborate with compliance team on various projects, conferences, audits, assessments, reports, etc
Provide guidance and assistance on a broad range of import/ export compliance matters, including: Documentation, Export Licensing, Access Controls, Recordkeeping, Classification, Origin determination, Customs Valuation, Post Summary Corrections, Partner Government Agencies, Screening / KYC, Incoterms
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Under general supervision and reporting to the Director of Operations, the Import Compliance Specialist is responsible for maintaining and executing the import compliance program, including auditing cargo manifests, and communicating with shipping- and freight-forwarders
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, standards, regulations, and policies related to product safety across product categories
Work closely with business partners to resolve issues and prevent violations as well as maintain and enforce the corporate product safety program
Provide regulatory guidance to internal customers
Manage daily import/export activities including interaction with customs brokers & freight forwarders
Review potential exports to determine the proper export authorization
Classify products for import & export, including, USML, ECCN, Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes and Country of Origin
Interface with internal functions (i.e., Program Management, Supply Chain) to ensure all work processes are in compliance with U.S. trade regulations
Draft and update procedures, instructions, forms, and templates
Provide compliance trainings to internal customers
Conduct investigations into potential compliance issues
Conduct audits and risk assessments
Collaborate with compliance team on various projects, conferences, audits, assessments, reports, etc
Provide guidance and assistance on a broad range of import/ export compliance matters, including: Documentation, Export Licensing, Access Controls, Recordkeeping, Classification, Origin determination, Customs Valuation, Post Summary Corrections, Partner Government Agencies, Screening / KYC, Incoterms
Performs other duties as assigned
US Census Foreign Trade Schedule B system
US International Trade Commission HTS online reference tool
Proficiency with ACE portal desired relevant to both import and export activities
Fluent English – reading and writing is required
Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Time management skills (have the ability to set priorities)
Excellent computer skills: SAP, MS Office Suite and SharePoint
Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills required
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of basic computer skills, include basic Excel skills - must pass Excel test
Communicate effectively and appropriately
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Pass pre-hire background check including DMV and credit screening
Pass Pre-hire Drug Screening Supervision Received
The work is performed under general supervision
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree Required and 4 or more years of relevant experience and practical knowledge in US import compliance
License Customs Broker, Preferred
Legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and similar software applications
Knowledge of the FTR, CBP regulations, ITAR and EAR
Specifically, experience with: Export Classification, Export Authorization Determination, Export Licensing, Access Controls, Tariff Classification, Country of Origin Determination, Custom's Valuation, Broker and Forwarder Management, Post Summary Corrections, Automated Commercial Environment, Audits
Benefits
12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
10 days paid sick time
11 paid holidays
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
Champ Plan Wellness and Health
401k retirement savings with match
Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
Regular Hourly rate for travel time
Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
Company
TRIGO Aerospace Defense & Rail
Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the transportation industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase