Glen Raven
Customs Compliance Specialist
Glen Raven, Burlington, North Carolina, United States, 27215
Glen Raven Material Solutions is recruiting for a Custom Compliance Specialist. The primary role of this position is to assist the Customs Compliance Manager in tasks that support the day-to-day imports and exports of the business, and the Customs Compliance program and its processes. The Customs Compliance Specialist works with business units and functions to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs laws, rules, regulations, and requirements.
This role has the opportunity for a hybrid work from home and in office schedule.Must live within commuting distance or able to relocate to Burlington, NC.
Perks and Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Short Term & Long Term Disability 401 (k) Retirement Plan and Pension Plan Wellness Program Vacation & Holiday Pay Responsibilities:
Daily monitoring, inquiry, resolution, and communication as the primary point of contact with internal and external parties to facilitate timely movement of import and export shipments to and from US. Advise and assist internal stakeholders on customs compliance and import/export related inquiries. Provide support with classification (assign HTSUS), valuation, FTA qualification, and documentation requests and inquiries as needed. Pursue continuing improvements to processes. Work with shippers, freight forwarders, logistics service-providers, customs brokers to ensure all information and documentation is complete and accurate. Audit import entries filed by customs brokers and provide them with direction to make the appropriate corrections when errors are found. Maintain recordkeeping database for all customs compliance related documentation. Write and monitor SOPs to keep up to date with current processes. Special projects and duties as assigned. Education and Experience:
Bachelors of Science/Administration Degree in related area or equivalent education and related training. CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) certification, Licensed Customs Broker or in pursuit of license, or evidence of knowledge acquired through work experience in the field. Minimum of 3 years in customs compliance or import/export operations experience required, preferably in the textile or apparel industries. Working knowledge of global trade regulations: Customs Regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), recordkeeping, valuation, etc. Experience in classifying merchandise (determine HTSUS), preferably in the textile or apparel industry. Experience with USMCA, CAFTA, and other FTAs. High ethical standards, demonstrated success in applying independent judgment, strong project development, and management skills. Organization, prioritization, and time management skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent analytical and math skills. Microsoft Excel
Why Glen Raven:
Working at Glen Raven allows you to be part of a hard-working team proud to weave connections worldwide with some of the most trusted brands in textiles like Sunbrella®. Every day, we strive for and welcome diverse voices, solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together, we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Glen Raven provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@glenraven.com or 336-227-6211.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
This role has the opportunity for a hybrid work from home and in office schedule.Must live within commuting distance or able to relocate to Burlington, NC.
Perks and Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Short Term & Long Term Disability 401 (k) Retirement Plan and Pension Plan Wellness Program Vacation & Holiday Pay Responsibilities:
Daily monitoring, inquiry, resolution, and communication as the primary point of contact with internal and external parties to facilitate timely movement of import and export shipments to and from US. Advise and assist internal stakeholders on customs compliance and import/export related inquiries. Provide support with classification (assign HTSUS), valuation, FTA qualification, and documentation requests and inquiries as needed. Pursue continuing improvements to processes. Work with shippers, freight forwarders, logistics service-providers, customs brokers to ensure all information and documentation is complete and accurate. Audit import entries filed by customs brokers and provide them with direction to make the appropriate corrections when errors are found. Maintain recordkeeping database for all customs compliance related documentation. Write and monitor SOPs to keep up to date with current processes. Special projects and duties as assigned. Education and Experience:
Bachelors of Science/Administration Degree in related area or equivalent education and related training. CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) certification, Licensed Customs Broker or in pursuit of license, or evidence of knowledge acquired through work experience in the field. Minimum of 3 years in customs compliance or import/export operations experience required, preferably in the textile or apparel industries. Working knowledge of global trade regulations: Customs Regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), recordkeeping, valuation, etc. Experience in classifying merchandise (determine HTSUS), preferably in the textile or apparel industry. Experience with USMCA, CAFTA, and other FTAs. High ethical standards, demonstrated success in applying independent judgment, strong project development, and management skills. Organization, prioritization, and time management skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent analytical and math skills. Microsoft Excel
Why Glen Raven:
Working at Glen Raven allows you to be part of a hard-working team proud to weave connections worldwide with some of the most trusted brands in textiles like Sunbrella®. Every day, we strive for and welcome diverse voices, solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together, we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Glen Raven provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@glenraven.com or 336-227-6211.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)