Import/ Export/ FTZ Operations Manager

OMRON is a global leader in the field of automation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. OMRON’s business fields cover a broad spectrum, ranging from industrial automation and electronic components to social systems and healthcare. OMRON Management Center of America, Inc. is the regional headquarters for OMRON in the Americas. Omron Management Center of America is hiring an Import/Export/FTZ Operations Manager in Dallas, Texas. The Import/Export/FTZ Operations Manager will be the main point of contact with respect to routine day-to-day operations of the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) as between Omron Management Center of America, Inc. (Omron) and each of (i) US Customs and Border Protection (CBP or Customs) and (ii) Omron’s Customs Brokers. The selected candidate will be expected to work productively and collaboratively with our trade compliance personnel and logistics teams to establish best practices with respect to our FTZ import and export activities. Our Commitment to Employees: Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron. Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits. Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program. Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay. Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings. Responsibilities: Effectively communicate FTZ Requirements to FTZ personnel. Deliver engaging, informative and well-organized presentations internally and externally Resolve and/or escape FTZ operational issues in a timely fashion File entries on behalf of Omron and its subsidiaries relating to FTZ. Prepare documents, invoices or other papers for submission to CBP concerning the entry and admissibility of merchandise into the FTZ. Support compliance personnel during FTZ-related compliance audits and assessments Prepare Post-Summary Corrections subject to appropriate consultation with the Legal Department. Establish and maintain an FTZ operations post-entry audit program Responsible for FTZ functions, which includes FTZ Administration On an as requested basis, support WP requests with customer questions related to FTZ matters Directly Manage Import / Export freight forwarders Responsible for assigned vendors associated with FTZ functions subject to approval of Omron management. Job Requirements: 4-year degree or minimum of 2 years of college level education plus 7 years related experience Minimum of 7 years’ experience of Importing / Exporting and Customs Brokerage Operations experience. Experience should include a strong understanding of US Customs and related, laws, regulations and requirements, FTZ OneSource (Integration Point) experience a plus but not required. US Customs Broker License is preferred but not required Intermediate level MS Excel skills to include ability to organize, format, pivot and V look up and summarize large data sets. Basic use and familiarity of various ERP systems (JDE a plus), WMS Systems (Manhattan WMI a plus). Ability to create and deliver MS PowerPoint presentations to superiors and upper management when needed. Ability to work with and fully understand financial budgets at a profit and loss and cost center (warehouse operations) level of detail. Ability to communicate very effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to use good judgement, intellectually curious, open minded and problem solver. Confident, disciplined, honest and sense of urgency. Active listener, persuasive, responsive and tactful. Leadership and Management behaviors include accomplishment, high standards, motivation, organized and team spirited. Travel – less than 10% Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Omron Automation