International Trade Coordinator

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $3B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

• A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
• Flexible time off policy
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

The International Trade Coordinator will be responsible for utilizing international trade compliance processes and procedures and cost savings strategies for the benefit of all of America Fujikura Ltd. This is accomplished by working with International Trade Management and seeking cooperation from compliance liaisons and other personnel involved with international trade within the Business Units.

Responsibilities

• Follows daily import and export compliance processes and procedures
• Communicates with compliance liaisons and other personnel involved in international trade throughout the organization
• Coordinates with service providers to ensure compliant clearance and timely delivery of import shipments through the import supply chain
• Identifies and maintains appropriate Import and Export Harmonized Schedule codes and Export Classification Control Numbers ("ECCNs") for all materials, equipment, and services
• Reviews international sales order and purchase order reports and resolve missing compliance data
• Submits Electronic Export Information ("EEI") for export shipment via ACE system
• Determines country of origin for products (make and buy) and records in trade system
• Performs Free Trade Agreement ("FTA") qualification and certification analysis
• Procure the necessary documentation for import and export shipments to support recordkeeping requirements including those associated with the duty drawback program
• Maintains the international trade compliance intranet site
• Adheres to and promotes the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.

Personal Qualities

• Self-starter - motivated to achieve in challenging environments with limited supervision
• Team player - comfortable working in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment
• Interpersonal skills - confidently communicates and interacts effectively with others at all levels within the organization, as well as externally
• Multitasker - ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with an eye for detail
• Problem solving - ability to think logically and work through issues as they arise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

• International Trade or Business degree preferred

• 0 - 2 years of Importing/Exporting working experience

• Proficient user of MS Office applications

• Fluency in Spanish is a plus

• Authorized to work in the US

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment. Some travel may be required up to 10% including international travel.
• Ability to work Pacific Time Hours
• Salary Range for this role is $55,00- $80,000 per year based on experience