FTZ Customs Specialist

We are looking for a FTZ Customs Specialist in Wilmer TX.

Prepare and submit required weekly monthly quarterly and annual documentation and forms to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and FTZ Board in a timely manner.

Prepare and submit all daily FTZ admissions (e214) followup and resolve 214 posting messages.

Retrieve/review shipping documentation pertaining to foreign receipts.

Research and validate foreign vs domestic receipts into the FTZ & validate FTZ data against actual documentation as needed to ensure accuracy of integration and information.

Analyze and prepare weekly estimated entry (CF3461) & prepare weekly Customs entry (CF7501).

Manage required FTZ record keeping retention program ensuring that all FTZ records are maintained and readily available for CBP review in accordance with the applicable record keeping regulations.

Managing and investigating inventory inaccuracies through the Warehouse Management System/FTZ Software receiving shipments processing adjustments and shipping orders.

Reconciling daily stock balance between the Warehouse Management System/FTZ System reporting variances

Manage inbond transactions (inbound and outbound) from the FTZ (CF7512).

Support supply chain customs and logistics team(s) with data analysis as needed.

Research shortages and file discrepancy reports with appropriate parties.

Ensure FTZ procedures are current and accurately reflect the operations and practices.

Continuously evaluate current processes and recommend relevant changes or improvements to increase efficiency and facilitate or support project activities to complete improvements to the trade compliance processes.

Perform routine audits of all FTZ operations including but not limited to customs filings physical security inventory control and record keeping system functionality and inventory discrepancies.

Work with Customs during on site compliance reviews and provide information as required.

Serve as an internal resource for information requests regarding import/export compliance.

Other duties as assigned depending on status of ongoing projects and support needed on the different areas of supply chain logistics and trade compliance

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly required to stand sit talk hear reach stoop kneel and use hands and fingers to operate a computer telephone and keyboard.

Light to moderate lifting may be required

Regular predictable attendance is required

QUALIFICATIONS

3 years of performing FTZ administrator duties.

Other relevant experience in Customs compliance international transportation or logistics operations is a plus.

Working knowledge of the U.S. Foreign Trade Zones program including compliance and best practices.

Detail oriented with strong organization skills and ability to prioritize multitask and meet deadlines.

Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Selfmotivated and capable of working as part of a team or alone with little supervision.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with strong skills in Excel and Word.

Possess exceptional organizational and communication skills both written and verbal.

(Knowledge of Chinese language is advantageous but not mandatory.)