Job Information
Legrand NA Trade Compliance Specialist in United States
Position Description
At a Glance
Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Trade Compliance Specialist to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Team,remotely. This position is primarily responsible for supporting import/export compliance initiatives. Partner with Freight Forwarders, Governmental Customs Agencies, Customs Brokers, and Business units to coordinate information for submission to government agencies and assist in establishing procedures to achieve compliance. Responsible for integrity of data declared to the government. Ensure all departments are following procedures as outlined in the Legrand Import/Export Compliance Manual. Assist in the C-TPAT program.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Customs Documentation:
Primary liaison with customs broker(s) for day-to-day activity as well as issue resolution
Audits import/export documents in advance of shipments and review for completeness and accuracy of data required to perform customs entry process, to include Importer Security Filing (ISF) at origin
Maintain compliance of import/export activity through documentation, reporting and maintaining current with Bureau of Customs, Border Protection, Census Bureau, and other government agency regulations
Maintain metrics associated with trade compliance activities
Maintain import/export records and documents
Develop and maintain a duty drawback process for EWS
Support in research and preparation of binding rulings, scope rulings, post entry amendments, CF28s and CF29s.
Support HTS Classification (US and International), Schedule B assignment for all material categories
Support in the collection, and validate product and vendor data to support COO, BAA, BABA,TAA claims.
Prepare and file USMCA agreements as requested or required
C-TPAT
Assist in the maintenance of EWS C-TPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) program including conducting employee training, audits, and documentation.
Import/Export Manual Compliance
Support training around import/export compliance for internal customers
Continued maintenance of Import/Export Compliance Manual
Assist in maintaining item level classification of HTS codes, Schedule B codes, and ECCN classifications with support such as binding rulings (whether ours or another company’s)
Coordinate with the Shipping/Receiving departments to ensure quantity discrepancies are noted and reported to customs brokers
Responsible for timely and accurate responses to government inquiries, work with business units to obtain needed information
Take an active role in initiating and assisting with the creation, development, documentation and implementation of logistics-related processes and procedures, including correcting deficiencies, improving reliability, or increasing efficiency
Qualifications
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
4+ years overall knowledge and understanding of Customs & Border Protection laws and regulations.
Relevant professional qualification in trade compliance and/or logistics
Ability to interpret government regulations and have a particularly good understanding of technical language.
Moderate knowledge (at least 4 years of experience) of international air and ocean transportation
Export Administration Regulations (EAR) including anti-boycott regulations, sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customers Regulations (CR), and the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR)
Must be able to function in a deadline driven environment and demonstrate flexible and efficient time management to appropriately prioritize workload
Must be detail-oriented and have excellent follow-through skills
Proven ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
Ability to work with middle and upper management to meet expectations and report out
Proven ability to be an effective contributor on cross-functional projects
Proven ability to make sound decisions within established guidelines
Must possess high degree of professionalism
Computer literate (MS Office, e-mail, US Government Import Export Systems, etc.)
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management or other related area with a min imum of four (4) years of experience in international transportation and customs compliance experience; or combination of relevant education and experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with C-TPAT program
Customs Broker License, preferred but not required
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required (for much of the working day) to sit and make coordinated movements of the fingers for data entry on a keyboard.
General office environment
Requires minimal ground travel to other company facilities within local metropolitan area
Long-distance or air travel including international, as needed – not to exceed 25% travel
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Legrand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled, or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.
Company Info
About Legrand
Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en
About Legrand North and Central America
Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us
About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division
Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world. Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential. For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices
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LocationUS
Positions 1
Experience (Years) 4
Category Logistics / Transportation
