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Job Purpose:
Coordinate day to day import/export administration duties and ensure that all trade compliance regulations and company policies regarding imports/exports are followed. Support Shipping and Receiving Departments as well as Accounting, etc. as required.
- Prepare export shipment documentation (Commercial Invoice, SLI & other applicable documents).
- Schedule and coordinate high volume of standard & critical shipments for customer orders.
- Interact with customer care team, shipping team, carriers, and forwarding agents to support shipment activities.
- Conduct research of shipment issues to support resolution.
- Manage relationships with freight forwarders
- Compile shipment data to meet reporting requirements.
- Facilitate archives; document retention process in accordance with company/legal requirements.
- Ensure local compliance with all import rules and regulations, company policies, and customs compliance SOPs.
- Request rulings on appropriate Schedule B classifications; facilitate ECCN determinations as required.
- Complete end user/customer screenings as required through MK Denial
- Identify and help facilitate applications for duty drawbacks and help manage/mitigate applicable tariffs
- Screen Export Sched B, ECCN classifications, Country of Origin data for products as needed.
- File AES/ACE (ITN) with Census Bureau to meet export requirements.
- Facilitate import shipment logistics for inbound raw materials & components; prepare associated documentation.
Education and Experience:
- Associates Degree in related field
- 3-5 years' experience in import/export trade compliance, customs brokerage, or related international logistics field
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:
- Strong customer service/communication skills (verbal and Written)
- Experience with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- ERP knowledge - SAP helpful, similar system required.
- Experience with processing international shipments in UPS, Fed Ex and related shipping software
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Topcon is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.