Responsibilities and technical skills. specific functions identified for the role in which any person who holds this position could be measured in their performance. Please consider Global Skill Matrix (ViFlow / B-Search)

Lead and execute action plans to improve, mitigate, contain, or eliminate any existing customs risks or contingencies Approach in the implementation of regional trade practice needed to execute the global trade compliance strategy Monitor and manage US customs while minimizing overall risks and costs related to import and export regulations, tariff numbers, tooling/supplier assists, and similar regulations Conduct periodic compliance assessments to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and compliance of all activities and transactions with the appropriate import/export laws and recordkeeping.  Work closely and maintain an effective communication with the FTA responsible to ensure the appliance of the Certificate of Origin in the operation and avoid duties Responsible for developing and implementing work instructions, processes, procedures and policies needed to enhance the customs operation Maintain expertise in trade-related regulations and trends through ongoing education and participation in relevant governmental and trade association meetings Interface and maintain relationships with US and Governing agencies (C-TPAT, US Customs and Border Protection, Regulatory Audit, etc) Respond to inquiries from CBP, Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders regarding HTS and Schedule B classification, ECCN classifications, documentation requirements, or other import and export regulations to ensure timely clearance. CF28 and CF29 Review and look for opportunities in the US Customs and Border Protection Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program and Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) as well as other trust trade programs Conduct training as necessary to ensure organizational understanding of policies, procedures and regulatory requirements for Customs and Trade Compliance Other activities: Broker referrals (Entry instructions), Brokerage invoice approval/payment issues, perform post entry audits – monthly and Denied Party Screening process, Provides support to all activities assigned by the direct supervisor Assist in Daily processing

 Position Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain/Operations Management Minimum 5 years work experience in customs and trade; experience in materials management preferred License customs broker certification preferred; foreign trade zone knowledge/certification

Responsibilities and technical skills. specific functions identified for the role in which any person who holds this position could be measured in their performance. Please consider Global Skill Matrix (ViFlow / B-Search)

- Conducts import and export handling considering legal regulations for the FTZ, C-TPAT, and other Government Entities governing the foreign material transaction

- Handles all Free Trade Agreement related customer requests and supplier solicitations

- Manages the foreign trade zone requirements including documentation, record keeping, and compliance to the regulations

- Manages and advises the facility management on the security and access controls required under the regulations

- Ensures frictionless international trading

- Reports daily, weekly and monthly data to customs and foreign trade authorities (in due time)

- Obtains approval from local authorities concerning customs handling

- Maintains a strong working relationship with the Customs and Boarder Protection Authorities

- Classifies import and export goods according to effective nomenclature

- Management of Customs Bonds

- Verifies import and export invoices and create/complete proforma invoices and export documents

- Aligns customs and transport modalities with plants, if necessary

- Provides support to all activities assigned by the direct supervisor.

- Those generated by Global Skill Matrix (ViFlow).

Susan Adams

Human Resources Manager

Susan.Adams@BENTELER.com