Job Summary

Primarily responsible for managing the daily customs and trade operations: managing the Customs licenses and AEO requirement. Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a compliant, effective and cost efficient customs and trade flow for both Scent and Nourish BU. Requires a complete overview of all PPOAO, excise, inward processing, transit, import and export flows and the Customs supervisor uses his or hers experience and knowledge to mitigate risks and implement savings opportunities.

IFF is looking for a Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist

Responsibilities/Description
• In-depth knowledge of import and export goods, including customs clearance and documentation.
• Monitor shipments and coordinate with customs, carriers, and vendors to ensure timely arrival of goods
• Recognizes and helps prevent violations of customs laws and import laws.
• Responsible for timely and correct reporting to customs authorities (CBP).
• Advising and sharing information with internal and external customers on customs procedures.
• Manage customs master data in SAP and customs software.
• Keep PGA licenses and permits up to date.
• Assist customs authorities on audits and investigations.
• Analyzing inventory between SAP and OneSource before entry into the zone is essential and must be accurate.

Requirements
• +5 years' experience working in a customs role
• Knowledge of customs procedures for advice and for sharing information.
• Knowledge of local customs legislation
• Knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of practical FTZ / AEO regulations & application.
• Knowledge of harmonized tariff codes
• Excellent business English communication skills (written and spoken)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to understand Customs Documentation
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to accurately entrer data
• Highly collaborative and team player
• Comfortable with details

Bachelor in Business

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