Manager Trade Compliance

Job Description: Manager of Trade Compliance is needed ASAP.   We are looking for a Licensed Custom Broker with 7+ years of experience in trade compliance.  A Bachelor’s degree is a plus!  As Manager you will have total responsibility for compliance domestically and internationally, and you will develop and implement compliance training, perform compliance audits and identify areas of trade compliance risk within organization.  We are looking for an A-Player, someone looking for a long-term career opportunity, and someone who has shown progression in responsibility.  Relocation is provided.   

Additional Responsibilities: Implement and manage CBP programs, Interpret and respond to CBP inquires, Interface with US Customs Officers and Customs Brokers, Monitor regulatory and legislative changes, Responsible for measuring corporate compliance rating, Tariff Classification of merchandise, Administer Import training program, Provide advice and guidance concerning (EAR), Maintain corporate procedures for export compliance, Develop and implement continuing improvements, Travel up to 20%

Education/Training/Experience: Licensed Custom Broker; Undergraduate college degree preferred; 7+ years of compliance experience required; Management experience preferred; Stable work history, no more than 2 employers within 5 years

Benefits: Health, Dental, 401K and Profit Sharing, PTO and more!

The Newcomb Group, Inc.
502-894-6021
Attention:  Jan Newcomb
jan@newcombgroup.com

Shell Oil Products US (SOP US) is a leader in the marketing of fuels, lubricants, coolants, services and solutions to consumer and business-to-business customers in automotive commercial and industrial sectors. SOP US also operates refineries and a pipeline and terminal system as well as more than 13,000 Shell-branded gas stations. With a presence in 49 states and a 10.1 percent brand share according to NPD as of December 2005, Shell continues to be the number one selling brand in America, while Shell V-Power remains America's best selling premium grade gasoline.
 
Responsibilities: Provide leadership and substantive guidance to team of three Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) accountants in the running and administration of five petroleum refinery subzones.  Ensure that all subzones continue to run in compliance with current laws and regulations, and with respect to FTZs, all reporting requirements to all federal agencies are being met in a timely and accurate manner.
 
Key Accountabilities:  Monitor, improve and maintain import compliance for FTZ and relevant non-FTZ operations; Implement FTZ accounting best practices across all subzones  Standardize FTZ accounting practices where possible   Act as a subject matter expert and resource for FTZ accountants as more complex FTZ issues are encountered; including: Training; TD 66.16 table modifications; Major or minor boundary modification and capacity expansion requests; Monthly reconciliations; Updates and communications with on-site refinery accounting groups; Measurement/custody transfer issues; Weekly attributions; Electronic 214s; Protests/fines/penalty notices; Communications with Customs; Trade preference programs; Drawback issues and other issues as necessary; Ensure classification, valuation; brokers and FTZ accountants are performing rules of origin and other reporting requirements to Customs correctly; Act as a resource to both parties for these requirements; Focal point for assessments and audits, including Internal Audit; Monitor performance of FTZ team members, providing individual performance assessment to management as requested; Support team during transition of arriving and departing team members; Respond to periodic monitoring/testing queries of the FTZs; Perform root-cause analysis for identified issues; Develop and implement compliance improvement projects; Work with the Ethics and Compliance Office and Tax to ensure/validate ISA compliance through the ISA Annual Notification Letter process; Participate in various trade and import compliance networks and programs, both internal and external to Shell and Shell affiliate companies.

Requirements: Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer; College degree required, with business/accounting major preferred; Licensed Custom House Broker preferred; Minimum five years experience in petroleum FTZ accounting environment; Ability to adapt to new or evolving business circumstances and ambiguous or deadline-driven situations is key for this position; Accounting Policies and Standards skills; Interface with internal and external parties; Values Differences; Management Information and Business Support; Strong Oral and Written Communications; Analyses and Solves Problems 
 
The Shell Group offers an outstanding benefits package. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an online candidate profile at www.shell.com/careers. No phone inquiries will be accepted.

Application Deadline: Saturday, January 05, 2008

Number of Vacancies: 1

Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world.  The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.

Position Responsibilities: Ownership of the maintenance of FTZ system, processes and filings; Value and classify admissions; Understand FTAs/duty preference programs and take exemptions when possible; Submit 214s, 3461s, 7501s, 7512s;Pay duties, fees & quarterly HMF; Manage inventory balances (Domestic, PF,NPF, etc.);Perform required reconciliations; Perform other periodic and annual regulatory filings; Record retention; Understand activities permitted and prohibited within the Foreign Trade Zone; Understand zone boundaries and required regulatory marking; Manage and oversee all measurement issues pertaining to the FTZ Program; Responsible for interaction and relationship with zone Grantee and CBP port officials; and Maintain and update operator and desktop manuals as required.^^

Position Requirements: 5+ years of import/export business experience and/or FTZ & Trade Compliance Operations experience. Compliance mentality; Detail oriented; Strong analytical skills; Independent thinker; not afraid to challenge and ask questions; Desire to learn and can do so quickly; Good organizational skills; Team oriented; works well with others; good communication skills; Works well under pressure; Knowledge of Foreign Trade Zones and Customs (imports and exports) preferred.  Additional Skills Required: Strong analytical and problem solving abilities,  attention to detail, good communication skills, program management skills, good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree and/or import/export experience or FTZ operations experience.  US Customs Broker License. 3+ years of overall business experience.  To apply click the following link.

Reference Code: PCK295-136513 http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_motorola/external/registration.do;pccpsession=cvFTHYBf7q1NfN4W2szBJ9khMJgR2h2HC1Z1GgwP2n57Bxzl22Pm!2047230050

Compliance Manager
Leeds World - New Kensington, PA

Position Description: Key responsibilities include identifying and analyzing U.S. Customs regulations applicable to our products, including country of origin markings. Identify the applicability of new regulations to existing products. Identify and analyze state/national/international regulations applicable to the Company's products are in compliance. State/national/international regulations include, but are not limited to FDA, FCC, Consumer Product Safety, and applicable individual state regulations. Also responsible for identifying applicability of new regulations to existing products. Applicable regulations typically involve mandated labeling and/or testing requirements. Implement appropriate internal audit procedures to ensure ongoing compliance is maintained. Development ongoing maintenance of a Company-wide Compliance Manual including establishment of a compliance-related communication process to enhance employee awareness of applicable compliance issues. See Detailed Job Description link below for more information.

Position Requirements: The individual will be a Licensed Customs Broker; Experience in the development, implementation, and monitoring of regulatory compliance initiatives; Familiarity and experience with U.S and Canadian Harmonized Tariff Schedules preferred (including HTS code assignment to individual products); Experience in a Foreign-Trade Zone environment dealing directly with U.S. Customs and Border Patrol is preferred; Import experience, particularly importing from China; Self-directed, with ability to work independently and meet deadlines; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously; Computer literate in Word, Excel, and Access.

Compliance Manager Detailed Job Description

FTZ Consultants - Request for Services
Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation Bethlehem, PA

The Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation (LVEDC) is an independent non-profit 501C3 corporation charged with conducting various economic development activities within the Lehigh Valley. LVEDC serves the region encompassing Lehigh and Northampton Counties in eastern Pennsylvania. On April 5, 2007 LVEDC was granted the privilege of establishing Foreign Trade Zone No. 272.

LVEDC is seeking the services of consultants and firms with expertise in various aspects of operating and marketing a Foreign Trade Zone.

Firms interested in serving as the Foreign Trade Zone consultant for LVEDC should request a complete RFQ/RFP by contacting:

preinke@lehighvalley.org.

LVEDC Formal Request for Qualifications

All proposals are due to Pete Reinke by 5:00 p.m., EDT, on Tuesday, July 17, 2007.

Senior Customs Specialist
BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, Greer, South Carolina

Position Description: Key responsibilities and essential job functions of this position are varied. The Senior Customs Specialist is able to handle daily customs transactions including tariff classification, foreign-trade zone operations and use of free-trade agreements; to assist with internal and external audits consistent with ISA requirements; prepare reports and documentation which could include harbor maintenance fee reporting, assists, drawback, CTPAT, ISA, etc.; communicate concerning customs issues and requirements internally and externally; identify opportunities for increased efficiencies and accuracy in daily operations as well as through special Customs programs; be able to research and implement specific issues as they relate to the customs function; prepare documentation of requirements and recommendations on handling various situations; and work on other special projects that may be assigned by the Customs Section Manager.

Position Requirements: This individual is a licensed Customs Broker holding a BA/BS degree in business or related major and has 5 to 8-years of experience in the laws governing the operation of foreign-trade zones, in interacting with leaders of Customs programs and initiatives, and in a supervisory or project leadership role. The Senior Customs Specialist has the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing; has intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications; has the ability to work as part of a team; and is able to maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

In order to be considered for this position, please visit www.bmwusfactory.com. Click on "careers" to create a profile, search employment listings, and apply for full-time positions.

Customs Compliance/Audit Specialist
Polaris Industries - Medina, MN

Position Description: Polaris Industries is looking for a qualified individual to focus on corporate Customs compliance, audit and various Customs programs. The position is based at corporate headquarters in Medina, Minnesota (a suburb of Minneapolis). This position has responsibilities for: 1) traditional compliance activities (e.g. maintenance of import/export processes and corporate compliance manual, product classification, Customs communications, recordkeeping); 2) audit of Customs and FTZ activities, processes and internal controls; 3) certain Customs program activities (e.g. C-TPAT, drawback, ACE); 4) internal controls and Document Control Lead; and 5) coordinating trade related training programs. The position supports all business units, including in particular, Operations, International Sales, and the Parts, Garments and Accessories business.

Position Requirements: The desired candidate will have 3-5+ years of import related experience, working knowledge of Customs regulations and HTS, experience with databases (e.g. Access) and spreadsheets, strong analytical and organizational skills, audit experience, and ability to identify and solve problems with creative solutions. A college degree and/or Customs brokers license is a plus. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), Victory motorcycles and the Polaris RANGER™ for recreational and utility use, and had annual 2006 sales of $1.7 billion. The position is not eligible for relocation benefits. Interested candidates should apply on-line at www.polarisindustries.com, under Our Company, Current Openings, job title Import Compliance/Audit Specialist.

Administrator, Foreign Trade Zones and Customs
Flint Hills Resources - Wichita, KS

Flint Hills Resources is a company where talented, results-oriented people with entrepreneurial ability make a big difference. Our culture enables superior performance and value for our customers through a continued and firm commitment to our Guiding Principles: Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, and Fulfillment. If you would like to work in a fast-paced atmosphere where there is opportunity for growth and development and for a company where safety, environmental and regulatory compliance is part of its culture, this is the place for you! Our employees enjoy a culture that nurtures innovation and creativity. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. Please apply online at www.fhrcareers.com

Position Description: Ownership of the maintenance of FTZ system, processes and filings; Value and classify admissions; Understand FTAs/duty preference programs and take exemptions when possible; Work with AMS filers and get PTTs; Submit 214s, 3461s, 7501s, 7512s;Pay duties, fees & quarterly HMT;Manage inventory balances (PF vs NPF);Perform required reconciliations;Submit TD modifications, as necessary;Perform other periodic and annual regulatory filings;Record retention;Understand activities permitted and prohibited within the zone;Understand zone boundaries and required regulatory marking;Manage and oversee all measurement issues pertaining to FTZ Self-Certification;Responsible for interaction and relationship with zone Grantee and CBP port officials; and Maintain and update operator and desktop manuals

Position Requirements: 3+ years accounting experience; Willingness to train in Corpus Christi, Tx for 3 months prior to working in Wichita, KS fulltime; Compliance mentality;Detail oriented;Strong analytical skills;Independent thinker; not afraid to challenge and ask questions;Desire to learn and can do so quickly;Good organizational skills; Team oriented; works well with others; good communication skills; Works well under pressure; Knowledge of Foreign Trade Zones and Customs (imports and exports) preferred;Knowledge of refinery and processes preferred;Familiar with Microsoft Access; and College degree (finance, business, or accounting) required.

If your organization has an open position that would appeal to members of the Foreign-Trade Zone Community, please contact us for details.