Import / Export Officer
Fortive Corporation
Location: Norwich, UK
Department: Trade Compliance & Logistics
Reports To: Lab Admin Supervisor
Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Import/Export Officer to manage and ensure compliance with UK and international trade regulations. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of our import/export operations, supporting audits, managing customs documentation, and ensuring accurate data flow across systems. The successful candidate will replace the current officer and take over a well-defined set of responsibilities involving trade compliance audits, Oracle system operations, customs licensing, and dual-use goods management.
Key Responsibilities Trade Compliance Audits & Internal Controls
+ Carrier declarations (Direct Representation)
+ FYCO internal audits
+ Customs license condition reviews
+ UKGT code matching with IP/OP licenses
+ Dual-use and X002 MSS checks
+ Invoice statement reviews (non-standard Incoterms/notes)
+ Dual-use attachments for MVS
+ Master Data attribute reviews (MVS)
+ Trade compliance screenings (9Hz, sales)
+ Archiving checks (5-year data retention)
+ Customs values list updates
+ Non-standard service flows
+ CVP OP/VAT relief categorization
+ MSS IM/EX report reviews
+ Dual-use license usage reporting via SPIRE
+ Export shipping invoice instruction audits
+ PLM audit of UKGT changes
System Operations & Documentation
+ Oracle: EUK Inquiry & OM Export Compliance
+ Oracle: Remove EC holds and amend attachments
+ Descartes: Company/individual compliance screening
+ SPIRE/LITE for dual-use licensing
+ Chamber of Commerce: Certificates of Origin and Carnets
+ F15 Legal and Operations Forms
Regulatory & Training Requirements
+ Maintain knowledge of UK ECJU Dual-Use regulations
+ Maintain knowledge of US ECCN classification
+ Monitor HMRC Consent List changes
+ Participate in EMEA Logistics & Customs meetings
+ Participate in EMEA Trade Compliance Audit meetings
+ Hold or be willing to obtain Customs Academy Level 4 Diploma in International Trade
Required Skills & Qualifications
+ Proven experience in import/export operations and trade compliance
+ Strong understanding of UKGT codes, Incoterms, and dual-use regulations
+ Proficiency in Oracle and Descartes systems
+ Familiarity with SPIRE/LITE platforms and Chamber of Commerce procedures
+ Excellent organizational and audit skills
+ Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
+ Degree, Diploma or Certification in international trade and/or customs compliance (preferred)
Additional Requirements
+ Must have access to a phone for operational coordination
+ Willingness to attend regular internal and external compliance meetings
+ Ability to work from Norwich office and collaborate with EMEA teams
**Fortive Corporation Overview**
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.
We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
**About Fluke**
Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
**Bonus or Equity**
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
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