About the job
Team Dynamics:
As part of our Customs and Compliance team, the Customs Classification Specialist is pivotal in ensuring the safe and efficient global flow of goods while adhering to commercial compliance and current regulations. This role demands versatility, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Your Daily Responsibilities:
- Accurately classify products using the Harmonized System (HS), ensuring compliance with customs regulations of various countries.
- Assist with customs audits, inquiries, and internal reviews by maintaining accurate records and classification justifications.
- Develop and uphold standardized operating procedures for classification and customs compliance.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, particularly regarding the accuracy of ERP reference data related to HS codes, country of origin, and customs attributes.
- Monitor the security of product shipments, ensuring adherence to country-specific customs laws and regulations.
- Prepare commercial documents, including customs forms, invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams such as Customer Service, Finance, and Sales on customs and compliance matters.
- Identify and mitigate potential customs and compliance risks and issues.
- Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, brokers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations that meet specific requirements.
- Resolve customer issues and manage incident resolutions.
- Perform other related tasks as necessary to meet departmental and operational needs.
