Import Compliance Specialist
This role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You'll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.
About the Role
In this role, you will focus on ensuring compliance with all U.S. Customs and other government agency regulations including reviewing imported goods and applying proper Harmonized Tariff codes (HTS) and duty rates, entry auditing and reporting of key import data to leadership.
What You'll Do
- Work with all internal / external partners to ensure entries are complete and accurate and released by Customs without delays.
- Partner with manager to identify eligibility and documentation requirements for Free Trade Agreements
- Partner with manager to review entry documents for accurate valuation, including First Sale Valuation qualification
- Review product information to ensure compliance with OGA / PGA classification, documentation, and reporting
- Complete post-entry reviews and submit entry corrections (PSC / PEA's) with manager guidance
- Ensure import records are maintained per U.S. Customs requirements
- Works with Manager in responding to U.S. Customs requests for information (CF 28 / 29)
- Determine proper HTS classification and duty rates for direct import goods.
- Provide Product Development, Buying Offices and vendors / agents with HTS and duty rates for product costing
- Provide reports and auditing on import activity (Parts Database, Liquidation, 210 rejection)
- Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary
What Skills You Have
Knowledge of merchandise classification guidelines per U.S. Customs regulations and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)Understanding of the import process and Customs Broker responsibilityProficiency with Windows and Google-based software and internal mainframe systemsBachelor's degree or related experienceProven verbal and written communication skillsAnalytical, organizational and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently and as part of the team