What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customs Specialist I or II position at LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.?
Title: Specialist I or II, Customs
Reports to: Manager, Customs
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary
The primary function of this role is to provide technical and analytical support for customs and trade compliance matters, ensuring compliance with all relevant customs regulations and trade laws and regulations(19CFR) and other US regulatory agency requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze, research, assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Country of Origin and Valuation
- Utilize customs drawback scheme (Unused/Manufacturing Drawback)
- Free Trade Agreement administration
- Keep abreast of regulatory changes and applied duty exemption schemes (Section 232, 301 Exclusion)
- Support PSC, Protest and Prior Disclosure when necessary
- Perform internal compliance audits, resolve identified issues, and perform corrective actions
- Request binding rulings from U.S. Customs authorities when necessary
- Create and maintain documented procedures in support of LGES MI’s im/export processes
- Manage and comply with C-TPAT requirements by liaising with relevant departments
- Responded to CBP’s inquiries or CF-28s
- Create a monthly report for entry filings to report HQ
- Monitored a continuous customs bond on a yearly basis
- Participates in cost-saving and process improvement initiatives for Trade Compliance activities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required: MBA or MS preferred or equivalent, relevant experience (Required)
- Customs Broker License or Certified Customs Specialist preferred (Preferred)
Experience
- 3 to 5 years customs experience preferred
Skills
- Follow US Customs regulations and correct tariff code capability
- Understand US trade and customs compliance (HS Code classification, PSR under FTAs)
- Information collection, and data/statistics analysis skills
- MS Office Suite
- Communication skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
Benefits Overview
• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match
LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO