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US/CA Customs Specialist

Country/Region:  US
Location: 

Duncan, SC, US Tuscaloosa, AL, US

 Req ID 76858 | Duncan, Tuscaloosa, United States ZF Chassis Systems Duncan, LLC

Job Description

About the Team: The US/CA Customs Specialist is part of a regional team of 7 that is responsible for ensuring customs compliance for the US and Canadian region in accordance with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) regulations. This includes tariff classification, USMCA Management, Country of Origin determination, customs clearance, compliance, FTZ management and recordkeeping review.

 

What you can look forward to as a Customs Specialist: 

  • Utilize company systems, and internal contacts, to provide 3rd party with relevant information in conducting their services (e.g. for classification, origin issues or customs clearance).
  • Monitor, support, and audit 3rd party performance though weekly calls, scorecards and KPIs.
  • Gather necessary information and produce declarations to brokers for PGA compliance.
  • Support Head of Customs to prepare and attend to government, internal, and external customs audits.
  • Support Head of Customs in responding to customs CF28, CF29, informal and formal requests for information, protests, prior disclosures and managing 4647s.
  • Download from ERP data to support value reconciliation analysis performed by 3rd party and gather information for possible assists.
  • Backup operation of the Foreign Trade Zone in compliance with the FTZ operations manual, including Zone admissions, determining HMF payments, weekly reports, inventory adjustments among others.
  • Support plant sourcing/supply chain personnel in daily guidance in the conduct of importation, exportation, reconciliation, and drawback activities in the areas of import and export shipping.

 

Your profile as a Customs Specialist: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • 4+ years of related operations experience with US Customs regulatory environment. 
  • Experience with FTZ administration.
  • Strong background in tariff classification, as well as country of origin issues.
  • Knowledge of US Customs regulations.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools – particularly Access and Excel.
  • Proven ability to analyze and interpret data and supply chain-related processes.

 

Why you should choose ZF in Duncan, SC: 

  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid time off
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays
  • A supportive collaborative team environment
  • A strong diversity culture
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

 

Be part of our ZF team as US/CA Customs Specialist and apply now!

 

 

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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