Please note that the salary range shown above is a general guideline only. Pay differentials are based on multiple factors including (but not limited to), geographic location, education/training, years of relevant experience/seniority, merit, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Mohawk Global considers all of these variables when extending an offer of employment.
Who We Are:
Mohawk Global is a 300+ person team of logistics and trade specialists dedicated to fulfilling the supply chain needs of our customers with a strong emphasis on customs brokerage, domestic and international transportation, trade compliance, education, and consulting. Our business practices are driven and exhibited daily by our three core values: to ENRICH purposefully, to CARE personally and to DELIVER professionally. To learn more about our core values and what makes us truly unique in our industry, please
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We pride ourselves in being a highly employee-centric organization that truly puts our people (and clients) first! At Mohawk, these aren’t just words, they are demonstrable values that we put into action by our behaviors each day. We have been certified as a “Great Place To Work” for the past twelve years…see what our greatest assets, our people, have to say about us here:
Mohawk Global - A Great Place to Work!
Position Summary:
The Regulatory Trade Compliance Specialist actively supports international import/export compliance to ensure that Mohawk Global operates in compliance with government regulations and partnering programs. The role is responsible for supporting process improvements, product classifications and Customs clearance procedures that help strategically align/optimize Mohawk’s international trade management activities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable customs laws and regulations
- Remain current with changes in customs laws and regulations
- Participate in local and/or national professional trade organizations
- Possess a sound understanding of The Code of Federal Regulations, specifically 15 CFR Commerce and Foreign Trade, 19 CFR Customs Duties
- Compliantly classify products according to the U.S. Harmonized Tariff System (USHTS) code and Census Bureau Schedule B
- Ability to interpret US Customs Trade and Automated Interface Message Formats and assess process and procedure impact
- Knowledge of Participating Government Agencies (PGA) regulations related to import compliance
- Perform compliance denied party screening
- Communicate with customs officials and representatives on behalf of the organization
- Identify and mitigate potential customs risks and issues
- Post-entry preparation, submission and monitoring
- Power of Attorney and Written Authorization compliance vetting
- New client set-ups
- Provide support for corporate compliance projects and activities for all Mohawk offices
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams on customs-related matters
- Proactively seek solutions for enhancing operational efficiencies
- Maintain policies and procedures
- Process continuous bonds and any updates applicable to current bonds
- Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with customs regulations and procedures
- Evaluate penalties and inquiries from U.S. Customs and other government agencies
- Assist with global compliance when necessary
Desired Skills/Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in international trade, freight-forwarding or similar industry; experience in customs compliance is preferred
- Current and maintained Customs Broker License issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and compliance procedures
- Excellent writing, communication & presentation skills
- Highly organized with a high-level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced skills with Excel preferred
Mohawk Global is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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55000.00 To 70000.00 (USD) Annually
