Transportation Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity in our Supply Chain Team for the position of
Customs Compliance & Logistics Coordinator. Reporting to the Supply Chain
Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for selecting and
evaluating transportation suppliers and ensuring compliance to customs
regulations for the importing / exporting of finished goods, raw materials,
packaging, supplies and machinery into and out of Lake Mary Florida for the
entire organization.
Core responsibilities include auditing of all import customs packets, Hts codes,
requesting NAFTA’s from vendors and validate classifications of product for
import / export.
The successful candidate will have effective interpersonal and communication
skills and will be our key single point of contact to liaise with internal
departments to answer queries, inform and train on appropriate import / export
and freight procedures.
Location:
Job Function:
Employment Contract Type:
Division/Function:
Publication ID:
Lake Mary, Florida, USA
Purchasing and Supply Management
Regular/Permanent
Power Products
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Tasks
Following are the key accountabilities of this role:
Leadership:
•#Act as key a liaison for Supply Chain Logistics /
Transportation team
•#Will be required to respond after hours as necessary to
ensure concerns with import / export requirements
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Inspire Trust: Collaborate with internal and external partners
•#Effectively build relationships with internal and external
partners
•#Function as the key single point of contact within Supply
Chain for Customs & Logistics
Key Responsibilities
•#Audit all customs entries and process / code all freight
invoices
•#Maintain records and track all activity through shipment to
carrier payments.
•#Ensure proper completion of certificates
•#Complete and file permit applications
•#Validate products produced / received qualify for NAFTA
tariff.
•#Perform routine activities related to customs, NAFTA and
Freight Management cost reductions.
•#Complete requests for NAFTA certificates.
•#Review and verify NAFTA Certificates from suppliers.
•#Review and update current and new Tariff codes.
•#Maintain Freight costs for all product lines.
•#HTS Classification and duty reviews for products / parts.
•#Document management for Origin certificates, Customs and
Brokerage documents.
•#Freight bill account approval & coding.
•#Determine suppliers to be used based on cost, quality and
ability to meet ABB schedule.
•#Resolve non- conformance issues and claims in a timely
manner to minimize company exposure.
•#Develop continuous improvement programs involving
transport and packaging of finished goods.
•#Responsible for Indirect savings goals.
•#Other duties as assigned.
•#Able to deal with sensitive information in a confidential
manner
•#Demonstrates energetic leadership, using a ‘can-do’
attitude that positively influences and energizes the team
•#Other attributes: cool under pressure, common sense,
proactive and solution oriented, reliable attendance is key.
•#Certified Logistics or Customs Professional (or working
towards completion).
•#Must be a well-organized individual with good
communication skills.
•#SAP or similar ERP software experience.
•#Intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
•#Preferred 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing
environment preferably in Customs or Traffic Management.
Additional Information
Job posting dates may be modified based on manager
discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (frequency):
•#Occasionally lift from 25 to 50 pounds.
•#Frequently lift from 1 to 10 pounds.
ABB is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to
their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin,
citizen status, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital
status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans
status. For more information regarding your Equal
Employment Opportunity (EEO) rights as an applicant, please
visit the following websites:
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_post
er.pdf or http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm.
Safety and Environmental
•#Drive high standards for safety and housekeeping and
assure compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws and
regulations
As an Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to
review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility
between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday
through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at
1-888-694-7762.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
•#A 4 year college degree from accredited University/college
in an applicable field of study, and/or 3-5 years in customs
transportation experience.
•#5-8 years overall work experience.
•#Must have proficient knowledge in customs regulations and
border crossing activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
•#Be an independent self-starter who thrives on tackling
challenges
•#Prioritizing is key to this role as requests come without
advance notice and urgent items will arise
•#Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
•#SAP experience is preferred.
•#Team player with strong people skills and a proven ability to
build relationships at all levels of the organization
Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability
may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable
or limited in your ability to use or access ABB’s career site as
a result of your disability. You may request reasonable
accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at
1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to
[email protected].
Thanks for your interest in ABB!
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation
technologies that enable utility and industry customers to
improve performance while lowering environmental impact.
The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100
countries and employs about 150,000 people.
Our ambition.
Your legacy.
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