FTZ Specialist Job ID 2023-01568

FTZ Specialist

Position Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Audit customs entries, including 214’s and FTZ entries, for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with customs brokers.
• Respond to customs broker inquiries and follow through to resolution in a timely manner.
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and periodic review of Customs Compliance Manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist the Customs Manager with product classification to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and internal standards.
• Review material master (new item set-up) requests and related reports to validate correct tariff classifications.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in product classification, customs entries, and customs compliance.
• Experience supporting or working within Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, including knowledge of FTZ regulations.
• Experience with consumer goods commodities, including kitchen appliances, electronics, hair accessories, and cosmetic/travel bags.
• Demonstrated experience with Section 232 aluminum and steel tariffs.
• Working knowledge of ACE (Automated Commercial Environment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with AI tools to assist with auditing FTZ entries