Applied Materials · 21 hours ago
US Foreign Trade Zone Specialist
Austin,TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$96K/yr - $132K/yr
8+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions, and they are seeking a US Foreign Trade Zone Specialist to ensure compliance with FTZ regulations and manage inventory. This role involves coordinating with Trade Operations to facilitate international trade operations and requires a broad understanding of various global transportation modes.
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Responsibilities
Ensure all FTZ operations adhere to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and FTZ program requirements
Maintain accurate records of all FTZ activities, including merchandise admissions, inventory movements, and exports
Oversee and reconcile FTZ inventory, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting
Ensure trade operations has the necessary data to prepare and submit necessary customs forms (e.g., CBP Form 214, 7501, 7512) for FTZ operations and required reports to the FTZ Board and other relevant agencies
Work with internal teams (logistics, inventory, finance, trade operations) to ensure smooth FTZ operations
Provide guidance and support to internal teams on FTZ-related matters
Investigate and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to FTZ operations
Collaborate with Trade operations to keep abreast of changes in U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ program guidelines
Collaborate with internal stakeholders in Logistics Operations, Global Trade, Finance, IT, and Legal
Partner with Global Trade and local customs to ensure freight process designs and executions are following Applied trade policies
Collaborate with external stakeholders including transportation providers, warehouse providers, and craters
Ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in place inside Applied Operations and with Applied’s Logistics Service Providers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Operations, Transportation or Supply Chain
Minimum 8 years relevant operations experience in Trade, Transportation, and Logistics disciplines
2+ years of experience administering a foreign-trade zone or related import/export experience
Demonstrated experience in leading logistics projects and new implementations
Strong understanding of FTZ operations and administration
Strong understanding and market insights of Global Freight and Transportation
Ability to demonstrate high sense of urgency
Highly adaptable in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completing in a timely manner
Internally driven and proactive in approach
Attention to details and analytical in problem solving
Strong ability to effectively communicate at all levels and collaborate with a culturally diversified cross functional team
Understanding of U.S. import and export regulations, HTSUS merchandise classification, and FTZ procedures
Experience with FTZ software, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Preferred
Experience with SAP S/4Hana a plus
Knowledge in DMAIC, 8D and Six Sigma typed Quality methodologies is an asset
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
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