Sr. Specialist, License Customs Broker

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We currently have a great opportunity available for a License Customs Broker Sr. Specialist. The Licensed Customs Broker is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting all aspects of Sysmex America, Inc. (SAI) international trade. In this position, it is essential that all SAI systems, processes, and procedures are aligned with federal and international regulations to ensure compliance. When nonconformance, issues, and questions regarding international trade arise, this position is responsible for timely investigation, communication, and resolution of those incidents. By License, this position is the single source of direct communication with US Customs regarding compliance, non-compliances, and special ruling requests.

Hours: Full time, 9:00AM to 5:00PM CST, Monday through Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Continuous review, evaluation, and updating of Sysmex international trade processes to align with changing federal regulations and SAI overall international trade strategy. Maintain SOPs and work instructions for GTS as needed. 
2. Develop, document, train, and monitor processes to ensure compliance with: 
   1. Export Authorization Regulations (EAR) enforced by the Bureau of Industry and Security 
   2. Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) enforced by the Department of Commerce 
   3. Review export documentation as needed for compliance with EAR and Foreign Trade requirements.  
3. Ensure that new materials created in SAP are identified for international trade with accurate Harmonized Tariff Code Classifications (HTS) and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN).Utilize SAP Enterprise system Global Trade Services (GTS) module to screen/release blocked documents. Partners with Customer Service/Transportation to resolve order issues. Conduct determination/entry of ECCN for new and existing parts. Drive entry into SAP.  
4. Stay abreast of changes in import or export laws or regulations. Attending meetings, conferences, and confer with colleagues to maintain awareness Update knowledge of legal or regulatory environment when applicable. Confer with Sysmex Clearance broker to facilitate clearance of freight through customs and/or quarantine.  
5. Ensure payment of taxes and duties on shipments are made with Sysmex brokerage house. Inform importers and exports, brokers of steps to reduce duties and taxes when applicable.  
6. Build on and maintain relationship with Sysmex customs broker (QBR’s).  Provide direction to Sysmex customs broker to appeal duty charges if applicable. 
7. Maintain HTS Code Table management (US and Canada) in SAP; HTS code determination for Win shuttle requests, etc. and update as necessary. Provide support of Sysmex Latin America HS code determination and entry into SAP. 
8. Apply for and/or amend Embargo Licenses to maintain embargo control over Cuba.  Monitor Cuba exports to ensure compliance. 
9. Support efforts by IT to maintain system effectiveness (e.g. investigate partially processed orders, support system upgrades and enhancements via validation test execution etc.) 
10. Support Operations and Transportation initiatives, as needed, including assignment to cross-functional projects with colleagues and other business partners. 

Travel Percentage: 5% or less

The salary range for this role is $80K - $100K annually.

Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package for this position also includes a choice of health care plan (medical, vision, and dental insurance), an annual incentive bonus, paid time off, parental leave, bereavement leave and a 401(K) for all eligible employees.

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years required experience in SAP GTS, Export Compliance, Import/Export/Distribution, Bachelor’s degree in Trade Compliance preferred, including experience in the Armed Forces.

• Customs Broker License

• English

• Must be adept in SAP navigation, Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Strong knowledge of customs laws and regulations, Attention to detail, Excellent organizational and time management skills, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Must be adept at professional communication. Must be organized, self-motivated, able to work unsupervised for extended periods.

• A basic understanding of IATA (International Air Transport Association) regulations, SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations, and/or the Customs and Border Protection’s Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) System, are a plus.

Sysmex is proud to be an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.