Customs Compliance Specialist

Overview

The Customs Compliance Specialist will be responsible for supporting and maintaining customs and international trade compliance across the Company’s North America operation. This role ensures compliance with applicable import and export regulations, customs requirements and supply chain security programs including CTPAT. Key responsibilities include customs documentation and entry review, validating HTS classification and origin data, trade agreement compliance, and execution of related processes/procedures that ensure Humanscale complies with all customs regulations while exercising the highest standard of reasonable care. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate with customs broker to resolve questions and provide information at the time of port arrival, including, but not limited to: HTS, FTA eligibility, valuation verification, Tariff assessments, and AD/CVD applicability.
• Perform daily audits of Customs Entries.
• Compile specific documentation for the purpose of drawback claims.
• Create weekly reports on product movement through US, Canadian and Mexican borders.
• Create recurring reports on US, Canadian and Mexican Customs spend.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve processes.
• Maintain department records/files as required.
• Support the CTPAT committee’s initiatives to ensure continued compliance.
• Provide Planners and Management with applicable HTS and corresponding duty rates prior to import.
• Support and assist with any departmental need in or outside the company, i.e., Customs, broker, planners, management, etc.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Associate’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of experience required in data analysis and Customs related functions.
• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. Customs import, as well as Canadian and Mexican customs processes.
• Attention to detail with precision in reporting.
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills with the ability to disseminate significant amounts of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitask.
• Strong problem-solving skills including root cause identification.
• Possesses/develops knowledge regarding products, procedures, and policies; understands critical issues affecting the organization.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; provides and welcomes feedback
• High focus on confidentiality.
• Excellent follow-through skills.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficiency in MS Office particularly in Excel and math to estimate numerical data

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
• Medical Discounts
• Ancillary Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
• Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• 401k matching
• Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 11 holidays)

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with over 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled/Veteran)

Salary Range: $58,769-$85,721

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.

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