Parts Import-Export Control Specialist

Parts Import-Export Control Specialist Career Opportunity

Knowledge of domestic and international logistics trends, including port labor-management negotiations.

Propose the optimal transportation routes and services with the transiting and off-loading ports.

Responsible for various research tasks to inform investment strategy and make investment decisions for the company as related to inbound freight, customs, duty, and brokerage.

Gather information, assemble spreadsheets, write reports, and review all non-legal pertinent information about prospective transportation deals.

Ensure all imports and exports comply with international trade regulations, including customs clearance, import/export licenses, trade agreements, and embargoes.

Examine the feasibility of a deal and prepare a plan of action based on financial analysis.

Perform data entry and KPI tracking, liaising with carriers and internal departments to troubleshoot any issues and ensure shipments arrive at their destination within the required timeframes.

Visualize, facilitate, and support warehouse logistics, transportation, and customer service.

Support all aspects of parts inbound logistics and warehousing.

Use the best practices to solve various issues that may arise in transportation.

Build strong relationships with carriers, develop the most effective transportation methods, and use data to understand the current situation and constantly improve. Parts Import-Export Control Specialist Role and Responsibilities

Verify the accuracy of HTS/ECCN codes provided by suppliers/third parties, and regularly review/update HTS/ECCN codes to reflect any changes in product specifications or regulations

Prepare and maintain detailed records of HTS/ECCN classifications for all products, and ensure that the use of HTS/ECCN codes aligns with compliance requirements, including duties, taxes, and trade agreements

Semi-annual freight forwarder negotiations and selection

Enforce the ISF (10 plus 2) rule with Japan

Customs Bond

Prepare necessary documents promptly for customs clearance and send them to the necessary departments or brokers so that import customs clearance can proceed swiftly.

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to import/export activities

Follow PGA import rules and regulations to ensure company compliance

Track and report parts receiving accuracy and timeliness

File claims with inbound carriers as required

OS&D weekly updates

Arrange Depot-to-Depot freight

Key KPIs include:

Delivery promptness and any associated charges due to failure

OS&D

Freight Forwarder Performance Parts Import-Export Control Specialist Required Skills and Qualifications

Highly skilled and experienced in Data analysis

5+ years of practical working experience in inventory and parts logistic operations

Understanding of Incoterms and international commercial practice

Understanding of HTS and ECCN codes

Comprehensive understanding of logistics and transportation matters

Positive attitude and disposition

Strong focus on and attention to details

Quantitative solid skills

Expert problem-solving abilities

Data analysis skills (Excel & Smartsheet)

Advisement on how to improve the financial health of the company

Root cause analysis

Forward thinking

Team player

Above average and effective communication

Forum (Network of Interaction)

External: Logistics Service Providers

Internal: Reman Center, Parts Planning, Parts Sales

Parts Import-Export Control, Data Analysis