Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Job Posting External

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Duties

• Trade Compliance Administration and Metrics - Develop and create performance metrics for agents, brokers, forwarders, and internal departments. Complete, correct, and ensure accurate HTS and ECCN classifications and recordkeeping. Utilize regulatory knowledge to determine country of origin for Company produced materials and recommend marking for same. Investigate restricted party screening for recommendation to management or legal. Calculate and prepare US Customs reconciliation for submission. Submit electronic filings with US Government entities and CTPAT supply chain security program. Manage qualification process for FTA and programs including Buy American to certify and ensure appropriate and accurate recordkeeping. Author protests for submission to US Customs and Border Protection Agency for relevant import entries. Research product scope, qualification, or inclusion in programs including Antidumping and Countervailing duties, and Partner Government Agency entry filing.
• Internal Audits and Report Results - Conduct internal audits of classifications, origin, trade programs, policies, procedures, CTPAT Security Criteria and transactional documents to identify risks. Compile audit results, provide recommendations, and coordinate corrective action to completion. Ensure questions, concerns, and requests for support / help are addressed and documented. Prepare export license applications. Complete corrections to documents or entries and maintain audit trail.
• Policies and Procedures - Research laws, regulations, and best practices to support Company's trade compliance programs. Interface with Company's international locations and functions to ensure alignment of trade procedures. Assist the development and administration of trade compliance policies, procedures, and periodic management reviews. Develop and facilitate training to address specific functions for current or newly hired employees.
• Leadership and Development - Assist in developing and coaching team members. Provide leadership to Support and Specialist personnel as subject matter expert in department. Monitor educational courses in supply chain security and international trade to ensure Company personnel receive appropriate education and experience. Lead training sessions for Trade department and service providers.

Minimum Qualifications

Non-degree (12+ years of related experience and high school diploma / GED)

Preferred Qualifications

Work Authorization : Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits : Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health / Dental / Vision / Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans / Disabilities