Bachelor's degree required; MBA or MS preferred or equivalent experience
Active Licensed Customs Broker
7 to 10+ years in Customs compliance
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Strong attention to detail
Exceptional critical thinking skills
Effective time management and coordination abilities
Responsibilities
Prepare origin and classification rulings for procurement
Verify Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. (HTSUS) for customs duties
Determine country-of-origin criteria under various trade agreements
Stay updated on regulatory changes and apply duty exemption schemes
Support Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD) compliance
Respond to queries from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) promptly
Manage large datasets and file manufacturing drawback claims
Monitor annual customs bond compliance
Handle correction filings and maintain proper records
Ensure cleanliness according to 5S3R standards
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a leading company in advanced EV battery technology
Involvement in global supplier sourcing and selection processes
Career growth potential in a rapidly expanding field
Dynamic work environment with a focus on regulatory compliance
Exposure to international trade regulations and practices
Full Job Description
Title: Sr. Specialist, Raw Material Procurement
Summary
In this position you will manage, direct, and coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. This role is responsible for sourcing and selecting global-level suppliers and maximizing investment efficiency, in order to improve the business competitiveness.
Responsibilities:
Prepare origin and classification rulings
Verify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. (HTSUS) to correspond to customs duties for import
Determine the country-of-origin criterion under UKFTA, UJFTA, USMCA, and more
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and apply duty exemption schemes like Section 232 and 301 exclusions
Support Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD) and determine whether or not products are subject to the law
Respond to CBP inquiries, including CF-28, in a timely manner
Manage large data set to support and file manufacturing or unused merchandise drawback claims
Monitor the continuous customs bond annually
Manage the correction filings under the Post Summary Correction (PSC), Protest, and Prior Disclosure process
Manage certificates of origin applicable under the FTAs to comply with recordkeeping requirements
Handle set up of C-PTAT certification
Report entry records to headquarters on a monthly basis
Review the daily CF-7501 and CF-3461 documents and request immediately any necessary correction of discrepancies to the customer's broker
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
Active Licensed Customs Broker
Experience:
7 to 10+ years of experience in Customs' compliance
