What you'll doBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Perform daily functions to ensure timely fulfilment of customs obligations.
- Responsible for classifying items with a high level of accuracy for both imports and export.
- Communicate with Carriers, Customs Brokers, Foreign Suppliers, and Freight Forwarders to address any issues related to customs entries and clearance processes.
- Perform audits on import and export entries and report findings.
- Must organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to manage workload and meet deadlines and daily requirements.
- Must work well individually and cross-functionally to provide top-notch customer service to all internal departments.
- Work with management team to create and implement policies and procedures.
- Monitor customs regulations and updates, identifying potential compliance risks, and work with management to implement necessary correction actions.
- Performs other tasks as assigned by management.
Location & Travel Expectations:
- This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
What you'll bringWe expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:
- 5+ years of overall (import and export) trade operations role.
- Knowledge of U.S., Canada, and Mexico import and export regulations as they relate to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other Participating Government Agencies (PGA).
- Proficient in HTSUS classification (automotive preferred).
- Experienced in relevant areas of trade compliance (country of origin, free trade agreements, foreign trade zones, valuation).
- Familiar with using ACE for both import and export.
- Attention to detail and strong verbal/written communication skills.
- Demonstrated outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to multi-task, thrive in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment and make quick but informed decisions.
- Strong customer relationship skills to develop and deploy effective solutions and broader strategies.
- Excellent analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio)
- SAPae and ONESOURCEtrade; experience.
- Bachelor's Degree-preferably in International Business or related field.
Preferred
- U.S. Customs Brokers License and/or Certified Customs/Export Specialist
- Knowledgeable of logistics operations
What you'll gainThe benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting - with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:
- Competitive insurance including:
- Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
- 401(k) program with:
- An employer match and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off including:
- 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
- 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
- Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Pay TransparencyThis is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.
Initial base salary range = $90,000.00 - $112,500.00
Internal leveling code: IC9
Notice to applicants:- To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
- Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
- Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
