FTZ Specialist

FTZ Specialist

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

The FTZ Specialist is an operational role responsible for performing day-to-day FTZ transactional activities following established procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

You will report to the North America Trade Manager and support the FTZ Supervisor and FTZ Program Manager by ensuring accurate, and well-documented FTZ execution.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform routine FTZ transactions in FTZ software
• Complete work strictly following SOPs, job aids, and defined instructions.
• Maintain accurate FTZ records and documentation.
• Support reconciliations and data preparation for filings, audits, and reviews.
• Identify discrepancies, anomalies, or process deviations and escalate to Senior FTZ resources.
• Communicate with Rockwell forwarding partners to investigate shipment and documentation discrepancies.
• Work with internal and external partners to investigate data or documentation gaps.
• Support consistency and standardization across FTZ transactions.
• Pull ad hoc reports within FTZ software and perform routine uploads/data reviews based on FTZ Supervisor/FTZ Program Manager feedback.
• Compile key performance indicators on routine basis for internal and external review.

The Essentials You Will Have

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, or related field
• 14 years of experience in FTZ operations, trade compliance, customs, or regulated logistics
• Experience with FTZ software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP), or inventory control
• Implement standardized processes

The Preferred You Might Also Have

• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker.
• Experience with CTPAT or other trade security programs.
• Experience supporting external audits, CBP compliance reviews, and compliance health checks.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.