Customs Coordinator (San Francisco)

Job Description

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a candidate that has interest in working for an importer of retail merchandise. You will be part of a team that is responsible for the ensuring the Company's compliance to all applicable import and export regulations.

This candidate will receive training in the area of Customs rules and regulations. This is a good opportunity for someone looking to enter the dynamic world of international trade.

The performance expectations of this position includes; acting with a high sense of urgency, analyzing and determining root causes, thinking and planning strategically, elevating operational issues effectively.

Summary Of Responsibilities :

Obtain and prepare documents necessary to execute audit plans that test areas of compliance. Assist with the review and information gathering to determine level of compliance.

Obtain declarations from vendors that support duty free treatment of imported products under Special Trade Program and Free Trade Agreements. Determine if declarations meet basic requirements.

Run various reports

Assist with filing Post Entry corrections and maintain post entry activity in the Customs database.

Assist in the preparation of communication to Customs and other government agencies.

Assist with research for restricted products

Assist with various projects taking place

Assist with establishing and updating guidance and procedures

Qualifications :

A BS / BA degree in Accounting or International Trade / Business or equivalent preferred

2-4 years work experience requiring auditing skills

Experience with MS Access, Excel and Word

Strong analytical and problem solving skills