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Trade Compliance Specialist

Brooks Sports, Inc. · 30+ days ago
$28.80-43.23 / hour
Full-time
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Who We Are:

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
 
Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
 
Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
 
·       Runner First  
We act in the best interest of the runner
 
·       Word is Bond 
We do what we say we’ll do
 
·       Champion Heart  
We give our all in everything we do  
 
·       There is no “I” in Run
We stay generous with our humanity
 
·       Keep Moving
We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!
 
We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement — because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.   

Your Job:

The mission of the Trade Compliance team is to ensure compliance in every transaction to deliver on time value to the runner through the efforts of integrity, collaboration and excellence.
 
As the U.S. Trade Operations Specialist, you will be an integral team player in facilitating US import and export trade for Brooks while protecting the brand through ensuring compliance with US trade laws and regulations. You will be responsible for day-to-day operations and activities related to U.S. import and export compliance with a primary focus to auditing US import entries to verify supplier and broker accuracy and compliance, identify and address data discrepancies and manage the entry recordkeeping. You will be responsible for reporting on key performance indicators and trade cost savings to identify improvement opportunities and celebrate successes. The right candidate is detail oriented and organized as well as curious and passionate about international trade, continuous learning and process improvement. 

Responsibilities:

  • Manage Brooks Sports’ US import entries which involves auditing entries for supplier and broker customs compliance, reporting discrepancies, addressing non-compliance with foreign suppliers, identifying and reporting first sale savings, and processing customs entry corrections as needed with the US Customs broker
  • Manage, audit, and maintain recordkeeping of US import and export shipments in accordance with customs regulations and Brook’s compliance standards
  • Manage pre-import audit process including tracking of all inbound shipments, auditing customs data and documentation, investigating and troubleshooting any identified shipment issues prior to port arrival, sharing validated data with Customs broker and processing the required data for foreign trade zone (FTZ) admission
  • Support FTZ operations by processing the 7512 in bond customs documentation for Canada export shipments and issue permits to transfer for inbound bonded shipments
  • Prepare and submit month end reporting to Finance team regarding first sale duty savings data and import entry duty accruals
  • Prepare import and/or export shipping documentation in response to ad hoc requests from other departments
  • Process and submit the importer security filings (ISF) to U.S. Customs for all ocean shipments, conducting weekly analysis of filings to ensure compliance with customs deadlines and filing requirements
  • Monitor and troubleshoot customs clearance delays, managing compliance, reporting metrics and approving duty invoices of US import courier shipments, supporting Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program by collecting and analyzing ocean container security inspection checklists and escalating any identified risks
  • Collaborate with Transportation team and Customs Broker for successful customs clearance of Brooks’ seasonal sales sample programs
  • Maintain the U.S. import and export compliance procedures manuals
  • Analyze customs data and report KPIs and cost savings related to Importer Security Filings (ISF), First Sale, US entry audits, vendor compliance and broker compliance as part of team internal monthly reporting
  • Collaborate with and assist Trade Compliance team to develop and execute process improvements and support strategic initiatives
  • Attend local seminars and trade conferences, participate in networking opportunities and review trade publications and Customs regulation updates to stay current with US customs and other government agencies’ regulations, making recommendations to Brooks process to ensure compliance
  • Serve as a backup to the Trade Compliance team as needed and execute other responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor or Associate's degree in international trade, business administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience in import and/or export industry
  • 1+ years of work experience in logistics and/or trade compliance industry
  • Knowledge of U.S. import, export, and/or foreign trade zone regulations
  • Customs Broker’s License or Certified Customs Specialist is a plus
  • A commitment to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
  • Ability to work independently and make effective decisions
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
  • Ability to function in a team environment and make positive contribution
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to adapt to process change and initiate process improvements
  • Proficient using the MS Office Suite, advanced Microsoft Excel skills is a plus
  • Ability to anticipate how a decision can affect our stakeholders and our customs compliance
  • Demonstration of innovation and initiative – always looking at improve processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details and help wherever necessary
  • Must be able to travel domestically to attend conferences (approximately 5% travel)
Compensation: The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $28.80 - $43.23 per hour. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  

Other:
Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!
Benefits- including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.
Paid Time Off- Brooks offers generous time off including up to five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, paid sick and parental leave.
Bonus-in addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.
Perks- including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.

Location- You will spend 3 days per week in our Seattle offices, as we believe our organization flourishes when connections, collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and celebrations happen in person.

At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.

Last updated on Dec 18, 2024

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Brooks Sports, Inc.Brooks Running designs and manufactures high-performance running shoes and apparel for men and women.

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