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Foreign Trade Zone Specialist
Join Komatsu and be part of something big! We are currently recruiting for an FTZ Specialist in Longview, Texas. This role will serve as the facility site specialist for foreign trade zone transactions by working directly and closely with US Customs and Border Protection, Port Director, Corporate Trade and Customs Compliance department, and the internal production and support teams. Provide internal auditing support for all inbound and outbound shipments as well as manufactured receipts and issues.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Manage daily FTZ operations, including inventory control, admission of goods, zone transfers, and production reporting.
- Provide weekly FTZ shipment estimates to Customs through Thomson Reuters.
- Post weekly reconciliation to previous estimates to Customs based on actual shipments.
- Serve as local site contact for all FTZ related questions.
- Coordinate with the Facilities Team, to ensure Customs compliance in all phases of construction projects on the Longview campus.
- Partner with consultant to identify process improvements and assist in implementing solutions.
- Prepare and deliver FTZ metrics and KPIs.
- Create and maintain compliant processes and procedures.
- Assist in internal training.
- Stay current with regulatory changes.
- Coordinate, prepare, and ensure timely submission of quarterly Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) payments to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
- Coordinate, prepare, and ensure timely submission of the annual Authority to Operate (Customs Form 216 – Activity Permit) to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
- Coordinate with Human Resources (HR) to obtain and submit required documentation for employees operating within the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ).
- Coordinate the preparation and submission of annual Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) reports through the Online Foreign Trade Zone Information System (OFIS).
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Major in International Business, Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or an Operations Management related field.
- Certified Zone Specialist
- 4+ years Customs/compliance experience
- 3+ years administering foreign trade zones.
- Pass a US Customs and Border Protection background check.
- Proficient in MS Office; ERP/SAP experience a plus; Global Trade Software; Thomson Reuters
- Self-starter, taking initiative, demonstrating critical thinking, using effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Accurate, organized, and confident with multi-tasking and handling numerous, varied projects.
Company Benefits:
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion.
Company Information:
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together.
EEO Statement:
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.