Trade Compliance Specialist (Classification)

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of activities and serves as a subject matter expert ensuring the company supply chain fully complies with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and all other local, national and international regulatory requirements.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Work with Supplier Product Management (SPM) team to obtain the original supplier’s trade classification (Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and Harmonized System (HS) Code).
• Verify trade classification data from supplier’s website, price book etc. for Avnet new part number creation. 
• Align supplier’s trade classification data in accordance with US, EU, and Asia Dual-Use Control Lists (i.e., HK, TW, CN, SG etc.).
• Determine appropriate HS Codes for new parts creation.  
• Maintain the verified trade classification data (ECCN/HS Code) in SAP (GTS).
• Track updates in trade classification and maintain in SAP (GTS) periodically.
• Support business with enquiries pertaining to trade classification and licensing status.
• Ensure timely review & release of daily blocked transactions in SAP-GTS.
• Assist the manager in the development and maintenance of Global Compliance procedures/SOPs.
• Monitor emerging trends and regulations updates from US/EU/Asia Government laws and regulations that impact Avnet’s trade classification.
• Perform data analysis to support business/supplier’s trade classification initiatives.
• Deliver training programs to frontline SPM team on trade classification process requirements.
• Periodic review of trade classification data accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, procedures and other key performance metrics.
• Other duties & projects as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Foundational knowledge of specialized disciplines, industry practices and standards, acquired via academic instruction and/or relevant work experience of substantially the same level.
• Develops solutions to defined tasks, typical assignments and projects. May be solved by the application of specialized foundational knowledge, using existing approaches and solutions.
• Work is usually performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Receives initial direction although work may be reviewed for accuracy and quality.
• Collaborates with immediate management and team members within the department or function.
• Actions typically affect own work assignments and department. Erroneous decisions or failure to accomplish work may require some assistance or resources to remedy.

Work Experience:

• Preferably 2 years’ experience in import/export customs and trade compliance operations.
• Fresh graduates welcome as on-the-job training will be provided.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• Meticulous and ability to work independently.
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Willing to learn & proactive
• SAP experience a plus
• Ability to read the Chinese language a definite plus

The above 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.