Senior Analyst, Trade Compliance

Job Description:

This position will be responsible for the US import/export HTS classification process and sourcing of FDA import data.

Job Duties:

• Oversee import and export HTS classification process and database management supporting the global tariff process.
• Assist with the global sourcing of FDA product information to facilitate the import of our medical devices, components and accessories and align with HTS database management.
• Act as the liaison between outside contractors, business partners, and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate HTS classification.
• Conduct import/export classification audits; determine root causes; implement corrective actions; and report results to management.
• Maintain and draft periodic updates to HTS classification procedures, work instructions, tools, and HTS classification training material.  Update as needed to drive efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor key HTS classification industry developments, and legislative, and regulatory changes.
• Drafts binding ruling requests and responses to CBP Form 28 Request for Information related to HTS classification.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• College Degree required.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in classification Customs Broker License.
• Travel availability (Travel 10%).

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Strategic thinker with proven leadership skills, project management, and tactical implementation success.
• Proven research and technical import-export skills including use of Customs and Export regulations, HTS, Explanatory Notes, rulings, court cases, and Valuation Encyclopedia, as well as a thorough knowledge of entry processing, international freight industry standards and practices, and Incoterms.
• Ability to identify, develop, and implement process improvements.
• Experience in developing and delivering training on-site or via remote web-based applications, and in drafting formal Customs correspondence.
• Ability to develop professional working partnerships internally and externally.
• Proven ability to identify, take ownership of, develop, implement, and manage complex trade compliance requirements and programs utilizing project management or Six Sigma quality tools.
• Detail-oriented and possess good analytical and problem-solving skills; able to anticipate problems and diffuse situations.
• Excellent skills in organization, prioritization, and negotiation; must excel under pressure.