Summary:

The GTC Specialist is responsible for supporting all aspects of the Company’s trade compliance program. A successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders and other members of the Company’s global GTC team. He or she will also support the creation and implementation of trade compliance policies and initiatives globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support periodic internal assessments on the state of the trade compliance program.  Identify risk areas and recommend improvements.
• Interface with and direct third-party service providers such as freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• Report findings and recommendations
• Assist with management of global trade compliance matters for the company’s business units
• Manage GTC record retention.
• Ability to travel internationally (10%)
• Ability to assist with cross-functional projects
• Comprehension of relevant global trade compliance subject matter including HTS classifications, export control classifications, free trade agreement qualification, and auditing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS or equivalent)
• Master’s degree (MA/MS or equivalent)
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Preferred experience working for any of the following;
  • A trade compliance practice at a law firm or a “Big 4” accounting firm
  • A Customs authority (government employee)
  • A global trade compliance team at a global food company
• Experience coordinating with the FDA, USDA, EPA, and other Partner Government Agencies
• Experience with regulatory import requirements (e.g., food safety registration numbers)
• Experience with GTM software

Required Certifications:

• Licensed Customs Broker – highly preferred
• Attorney preferred