International Trade Specialist jobs in Bergenfield, NJ

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Trade Compliance Specialist will lead contracts management and trade compliance activity for the organization and will coordinate, prepare and retain all documentation for international trade export/import compliance in accordance with business unit guidelines. The role interacts with all organization levels and functions, both independently and with other members of the Legal, Commercial, Finance, Engineering, Logistics, Sourcing and Compliance Departments. This role requires successful management of a broad range of responsibilities in compliance and contract management in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. The qualified candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, process driven and have a high level of responsiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for remaining knowledgeable of, along with the application of, a wide variety of Import and Export regulations, (i.e. International Traffic in Arms, Export Administration Regulations, U.S. Customs).

• Provide guidance to and coordinate process improvement efforts with all functional areas including Supply Chain, Program Management, Transportation and Logistics, Security, etc.

• Maintain and administer documentation validation pertaining to FTA’s, special trade programs, or other governmental agency certificates.

• Oversee activities with Customs Brokers and freight forwarders, including audit and verification of import/export documents, including 7501’s, EEI’s, Invoices and Manufacturing Affidavits, and expedite clearance of shipments that have been delayed by Customs.

• Participate in product jurisdiction and classifications reviews for all products.

• Identify and implement resolution of any compliance gaps determined.

• Identify and provide appropriate import/export related training for functional team activities.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks

• Ability to work independently

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills

• Computer literacy, (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, ERP systems, etc.)

• General bookkeeping procedures knowledge, including Accounts Receivable

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read design and print layouts

• Proficiency in relevant Microsoft computer applications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred; IIEI International Trade Certification, or equivalent experience in the export/import field.

• Knowledge of logistics, operations, and shipping procedures and documents

• 3 yrs of Import/Export compliance experience

• Prefer experience in ITAR/EAR/Customs regulations, licensing, government contracting, and international trade compliance areas such as Anti-boycott and OFAC.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of the job, the employee is required to move around and be still; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Noise level is minimal with intervals of spikes.

• Office working environment with occasional visits to the factory floor.

• Required to wear safety glasses and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on shop floor.

Airtech is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

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