Import Specialist

An established, multimillion-dollar aviation supply chain and aviation services organization that is dedicated to serving the air transportation industry, has an immediate employment opportunity for an experienced Import Specialist at its Roselle, IL location.

SUMMARY

As a Customs Import Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the customs import process for our organization. You will ensure compliance with customs regulations and requirements, facilitate the smooth flow of imported goods, and maintain accurate import records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborating with various internal departments, external vendors, and government authorities to ensure timely and efficient customs clearance
• Coordinate and monitor the customs clearance process to ensure timely release of imported goods.
• Communicate with customs authorities, brokers, and other stakeholders to resolve any issues or delays that may arise.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Prepare and review import documentation, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and customs declarations.
• Maintain accurate and organized import records in accordance with customs regulations
• Duty Refunds: Submit disputes to customs brokers where duty & taxes paid are not warranted
• Establish a duty drawback program
• Determine the appropriate tariff classification and valuation of imported goods. Conduct thorough product research and classification to ensure accurate duty rates and compliance with customs regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Familiarity with trade agreements, preferential tariff programs, and customs valuation principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with three years’ experience or five years’ experience without a Bachelor’s degree.
• Proven experience in customs import operations and customs compliance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Oral and written command on the English language essential

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Good speaking, hearing, visual ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Working in front of a computer monitor for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIROMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Work is performed in an office environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Tariff classification and valuation of imported goods: 3 years (Preferred)
• Trade agreements: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person