[Remote] Trade Compliance, Associate Specialist
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Harbor Freight Tools is a national tool retailer with a strong growth trajectory. The Trade Compliance Associate is responsible for managing trade compliance processes to ensure adherence to federal regulations related to import and export operations, collaborating with various internal teams to maintain compliance and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Work with Supply Chain to obtain documentation from vendors and supply chain partners to maintain compliance. i.e. Lacey Act questionnaires, CPSC documents, BOM information, other PGA information as needed, etc
- Create certifications to support US imports (FDA Accession Letters, EPA engine Certificates, etc.)
- Maintain records per Trade Compliance Manual
- Maintain Oracle UPC accuracy – Oracle-QW Alignment
- Workfront – QuestaWeb Audit: ensure all required WorkFront info is populated per SOP
- Populate early COO determinations in WorkFront
- Open PO Audit - Ensure all UPCs with open POs are active in QuestaWeb
- Manage Departmental Calendar – Issue reminders and ensure tasks are completed
- Formalize and document processes for compliance
- Track internal compliance through documentation and audits
- Additional duties as assigned by manager
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships with external business partners and with overseas teams
- Ability to develop and manage large datasets including CSR and supply chain data
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Ability to think broadly, see many sides of a situation and remain objective
- Produce deliverables in a timely manner, respond to changing international and domestic regulations, anticipate future problems, and recommend preventive courses of action
- Adept written and verbal communicator with ability to listen, understand and account for different perspectives, and respond appropriately to varied audiences including external stakeholders and cross-functional partners
- Positive and team-oriented attitude with proactive approach, strong work ethic, and effective stress management
- 1+ years experience in Ethical Sourcing, Responsible Sourcing, Sustainability in sourcing, retail, supply chain and/or manufacturing industry role
- Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in relevant field (customs brokerage and importer preferred)
- B.A./B.S. in business, global logistics, or other related studies
- Knowledge of Customs and Other Government agency Regulations, Harmonized Tariff classifications, and Customs Entry Process
- Knowledge of customs compliance as well as other government agency regulatory import/export requirements
- Ability to participate as a team-member as well as leader in a fast paced, highly collaborative environment
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan
- Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays)
- Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law
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