McAllen, TX, 78501, USA
3 days ago
Customs Compliance Specialist
**Overview** Responsible to provide support for customs compliance related functions, such as but limited to; import/export of products, Country of Origin (COO) validation, Free Trade Agreement certificates, accurate classification of products, maintaining CTPAT certification, Forced Labor validation, duty drawback, FTZ are undertaken in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and government regulations. Contribute to design and testing of trade compliance system solutions. Support logistics group, as needed. **Responsibilities** **A DAY IN THE LIFE:** + Ensure that all items have accurate product descriptions, accurate tariff classifications, country of origins, ECCNs, PGA data and preferential treatment based on regulatory requirements with minimal assistance from Management. Respond to inquiries as needed and coordinate binding rulings with Customs Compliance Manager and legal. + Strong level of experience in Classification and executes ongoing review and approval of classifications & ECCN assignments executed by import/export team members. Manage and report on these activities. + Monitor changes in tariff or duty related programs including but not limited to HTS, Schedule B, ECCN, license exemptions, CVD/ADD, Section 301, 201, CN duty exemptions. Evaluate impacts assess and execute activities to mitigate. Monitor any changes in sanctions, embargoes and country controls as well as evaluate, analyze, act on or manage actions on tasks; report as required. + Interact and coordinate with relevant groups on sample shipments, engineering samples, or other non-standard import/export shipments to ensure proper classification and movement of products occurs limiting delays. + Coordinate the qualifications of products for Free Trade Agreement (such as USMCA) certificates from relevant groups. + Support Customs Compliance Manager maintaining CTPAT Certification compliance. Ensure Forced Labor compliance within government regulations. Support meetings or documentation requests as needed. + Support requests from legal/compliance counsel to pull specific entry documents and provide required documents from external broker entry packets. + Manage post entry activity in coordination with Customs Compliance Manager and brokers including but not limited to Post Summary Corrections, Protests, Prior Disclosures, Voluntary Tenders, CF 28, CF29 or any Customs notifications. + Position will support, develop processes, monitor and report on activity or requirements related to drawback or other duty/tax claims. Provide drawback to facilitate refunds as needed. + Research within available broker reports to complete and provide detailed duty recovery data and evidence related to tariff mitigation efforts to the appropriate groups to prevent lost costs. + Coordinate with relevant groups on FTZ related activities and monitor transactions with brokers ensuring compliance with FTZ entries and shipments are completed as required. + Respond to requests for information from internal parties on status of shipments and interface with 3rd party and internal parties to resolve issues and escalate to logistics, management and/or compliance teams as needed. + Interact with freight forwarders/carriers/agents where needed to collect documents, coordinate payment of freight charges and other fees to ensure customs release and final delivery, when needed. + Support the Customs Compliance Manager in monitoring Custom Broker KPI’s, metrics and ACE reports for accuracy. Coordinate with brokers on any errors discovered for proper correction and prevention of future errors **MUST HAVES:** + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. + Three (3) to five (5) years of practical experience in handling customs and international trade related issues, country of origin support, product classification, qualification of goods for free trade agreements, CTPAT OR equivalent experience. + A current US Customs Broker license is required. + Candidate must have a high level of understanding of the harmonized tariff system, free trade agreements and relevant tariff knowledge to ensure accuracy classification and entry of goods. Candidates for this position should also possess a practical knowledge of CBP compliance best practices and regulations. + Candidate must work on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative, work independently and make decisions as required with minimum supervision and understand the implications of work and make recommendations for solutions. Candidate must have ability to develop and deliver activity and performance reports as needed. + Candidates must have excellent attention to detail and the mental capability to troubleshoot and solve problems of high complexity or difficulty, as well as problem solve in a proactive, methodical manner. Must be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and comprehend complex issues. + Proficiency in US Customs systems (e.g., ACE, ACH) and data analysis tools – PowerBI, Excel + Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDE) + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Ability to adapt to dynamic market conditions and work under pressure. + Demonstrates ability to persuade, influence, build rapport, and establish a high degree of trust at all organizational levels. + Demonstrates advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer applications appropriate to the position and assignment. **BENEFITS & PERKS – WE’RE ALL ABOUT YOU:** + Great Medical / Dental Benefits + Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings + Annual Bonus Program + Educational Assistance &Reimbursement Program + Relaxed Dress Code + Onsite Recreation Center & Café + PASATalksSpeaker Summits + Leadership & Mentorship Programs + High5 Reward Recognition Program + Onsite Happy Hours! + And many more benefits & perks found within the ‘Our Culture’ section… **WHO WE ARE:** At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle. Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota, Nissan and many others. In serving our customers, we don't just strive to put tomorrow's technology on the road – we pride ourselves on recruiting the brightest and best to do it. **WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:** Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America. \#LI-CW1 \#LI-HYBRID REQ-151508
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