Import & Export Compliance - Import & Export Compliance Specialist

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OVERVIEW

To be part of a team that is responsible for day-to-day export and import compliance related to border crossings between Safariland US and Safariland Tijuana, Mexico according to applicable laws and regulations pertaining to such functions, as described below.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs daily review of US/MX border crossing shipments.
• Ensures proper tariff numbers are assigned as per to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States as published by the US International Trade Commission (HTSUS)
• Assigns tariff numbers to new parts, applying the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) as legally required in the HTSUS.
• Works with engineering, when required, to determine proper tariff classifications.
• Reviews import entries to ensure compliance with relevant parts of the regulations (Title 19 CFR - Customs Duties).
• Ensures records are kept in accordance with legal recordkeeping requirements (19 CFR Part 163) and company policies.
• Prepares and submits US CBP binding ruling requests, where needed.
• Addresses US government inquiries such as US CBP Form 28 “Request for Information”.
• Prepares and presents training on relevant compliance topics.
• Works with Safariland Tijuana export/import specialist where the need arises.
• Reviews EEI/AES filings according to Federal Trade Regulations (15 CFR Part 30) for shipments from the US to Mexico. Direct the broker/forwarder to correct any errors.
• Annual reviews and updates of compliance manual and procedures.
• Oversees audit activities related to Safariland border crossing operations.  Implements corrective actions where required.
• Remains knowledgeable about applicable regulations by keeping abreast of regulatory and procedural changes.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
• Minimal travel required.

  QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of previous experience in US import environment. US/MX experience a plus.
• Must have fluent comprehension, verbal, and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Must be proficient at tariff classification, fully understanding the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) as per the “General Notes” in the US Tariff Schedule.
• Experience in MX tariff schedule a plus.
• Strong abilities in trade agreement qualification, applying the rule of origin in General Notes section of the US Tariff Schedule.
• Ability to identify and analyze issues; provide solutions.
• Maquiladora/Border operations experience is preferred.
• Strong research skills.
• Background in U.S. Export Regulations preferred (15 CFR Parts 730-744).
• General knowledge of EEI/AES compliance. (15 CFR part 30)
• Working knowledge Microsoft AX and Microsoft D365 is a plus.
• Strong and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work at both detail and strategic levels.
• Ability to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Project management skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (high proficiency in Excel is a plus)

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