• Support in the search and hiring of customs agents, transport and international freight insurance is more profitable and in accordance with the Stryker compliance guidelines.
• Responsible for national purchases of inputs and/or products for sale and warehouse needs.
• Responsible for generating OC to the plant, to following up on these OCs.
• Handle the communication with the entities associated with the import, to coordinate with the warehouse, and the entrance of the products.
• Responsible for the receipt of the import receipt voucher.
• Responsible for the export process.
• Support in temporary departures.
• Manage communication with different service providers associated with imports.
• Responsible for medSurg sales (support and follow-up).
• Monitor and coordinate POs and project OVs (on-demand purchases).
• Control and management of instrumental replacement.
• Control and monitor the monthly budget for instrumental replacement.
• Generate reports and information regarding landing costs, transportation, customs release days, informed BO, and lead time from plants.
• Carry out in accordance with all laws and regulations, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the Stryker Code of Conduct and the highest ethical standards.

Skills: Logistics Coordination, Customs Compliance, Import Documentation, Vendor Management, Budget Tracking, Order Management, Sales Support, Report Analysis

• Write and submit customs entries for South Africa imports to include ocean and air freight.
• Responsible for verifying source documentation, duty and taxes, timely entry and clearance of air and ocean international and cross-border shipments.
• Control internal release of imported merchandise, pending satisfaction of regulatory requirements.
• Oversight of the movement of goods from ports.
• Manage new imported product processes, dangerous goods.
• Assist in classification, documentation, and compliance audits.
• Assists in negotiation, selection and audit of performance under contracts.
• Assist in the selection and audit of performance.

Skills:  Customs Entry Filing, Freight Clearance, Regulatory Compliance, Import Process Management, Dangerous Goods Handling, Product Classification, Contract Auditing, Vendor Performance Review

• Provide correct documentation to Custom Brokers needed for the import procedure and clearance (invoices, letter of instruction, etc).
• Track and trace shipments and notify customers.
• Provide the customs broker with complete and updated information regarding freight cost in order to ensure the correct customs value.
• Communicate and provide customer service to all internal customers.
• Comply with activities and trainings related to Customer Service satisfaction for internal customers.
• Assure the information declared in the pedimento is correct before payment in order to mitigate compliance risks to Danfoss (Duties, quantities, regimen, material description, etc).
• Comply with activities and training related to MBS and 8D Tools and quality.
• Assure the improvement of internal processes.

Skills: Customs Documentation, Shipment Tracking, Freight Cost Reporting, Internal Customer Service, Compliance Assurance, Customs Valuation, Quality Tools Training, Process Improvement

• Manage and work out the flow of orders for major accounts and replenishment programs from greige to finished goods.
• Responsible for issuing POs to makers.
• Color and size major programs for specific retailers and coordination with makers.
• Coordinate traffic and logistics to ensure timely deliveries and proper maintenance of inventory.
• Coordinate and purchasing of seasonal buys for ECOMM, major business and specialty stores.
• Coordinate and communicate with the design team.
• Ensure all aspects of the product, including tech pack, trim, labelling, and fabric information, are properly passed on to the makers.
• Coordinate with the ECOMM team to ensure their inventory needs and model levels are met.
• Set up and maintenance of efficient model levels for all ongoing programs.
• Analysis of inventory in order to set up proper ATS worksheets for off-price retailers.
• Manage the flow of the Nordstrom programs in coordination with the sales team and analysts.
• Stay on top of all administrative responsibilities for both sportswear divisions and back up the import manager in all her duties.

Skills: Order Flow Management, PO Issuance, Product Coordination, Logistics Oversight, Seasonal Buying, Team Communication, Inventory Analysis, Administrative Support

• Track shipments on a daily basis.
• Effectively communicate shipment delays/issues with internal logistics teams as well as vendors.
• Work in conjunction with customs brokers.
• Ensure all required customs clearance procedures and documentation are complied with.
• Check conformity of import documents for correct values, commodity classifications, tariff codes and authorizations, and record delivery in SAP.
• Participate in the creation of reports or records concerning potential or verified matters of non-compliance.
• Proactively assess areas of improvement by problem-solving and developing solutions.
• Provide communications to global leadership on areas of import risks relating to production.
• Identify payment discrepancies and prevent invoicing errors.
• Maintain records of import and export shipping documents.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills: Shipment Tracking, Delay Communication, Customs Coordination, Document Verification, Compliance Reporting, Risk Assessment, Invoice Accuracy, Record Maintenance

• Manage and monitor the scheduling of deliveries from vendors into Lidl warehouses.
• Monitor for delivery delays and discrepancies.
• Notify key stakeholders in order to increase business awareness.
• Monitor daily operations related to the position.
• Identify lessons learned and points for improvement.
• Enter and maintain various types of data into Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with external vendors to ensure effective daily operations.
• Maintain KPIs and other reporting on the operations of the team.

Skills: Delivery Scheduling, Delay Monitoring, Stakeholder Communication, Operations Oversight, Process Improvement, ERP Data Entry, Vendor Relations, KPI Reporting

• Coordinate and create export documents to facilitate international seed movements or other items.
• Ensure documents meet all trade and compliance requirements.
• Execute winter production seed movements from partners in South America to North America and Europe, including SAP transactions within the ERP.
• Request and process applications for phytosanitary certificates for all Production and Supply seed shipments leaving the.
• Understand import permits, field inspection reports and seed health testing reports.
• Ensure requirements for importation are being met.
• Ensure coordination with other departments like Planning, Production, Regional Logistics, Trade Compliance, and Finance.
• Monitor freight budgets for international shipments, including purchase order creation, receiving and reconciling invoices.

Skills: Export Documentation, Trade Compliance, SAP Transactions, Certificate Processing, Import Requirements, Cross-Department Coordination, Freight Budgeting, Invoice Reconciliation

• Maintain dashboards and KPIs.
• Monitor international freight movements and on-time performance by freight providers.
• Develop and maintain a system for storing field inspection reports and lab seed health testing reports.
• Monitor the global logistics environment and rates.
• Ensure Syngenta is meeting or exceeding industry standards.
• Manage OECD certification needs for winter production, including OECD list additions, multiplication agreements, and other information as required by importing countries.
• Serve as the contact person for seed certification agencies.
• Assist with issues surrounding the certification of seed.

Skills:  Dashboard Management, Freight Monitoring, Report Storage, Logistics Analysis, Industry Compliance, OECD Certification, Agency Communication, Certification Support

• Evaluate all new customs requirements.
• Ensure import and export compliance with changes.
• Incorporate all regulations into the day-to-day operations and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assess freight expediting needs for existing products, specials, and new products.
• Review pending shipment documentation to ensure compliance.
• Manage record-keeping processes and the archive of entry records.
• Oversee audit programs as they relate to import and export activities, both internally and externally.
• Assist in obtaining import permits/export licenses, in tandem with the appropriate departments.
• Liaise with customs brokers and export agents to ensure accuracy of import/export documentation.

Skills: Customs Evaluation, Compliance Management, SOP Integration, Freight Assessment, Document Review, Record-Keeping, Audit Oversight, Broker Coordination

• Classify products and manage the various government agencies (i.e., FDA, DEA, Customs, Census) with respect to customs transactions, including HTS, ECCN, COO, etc.
• Perform Restricted and Sanctioned Party List (SPL) screening.
• Assist with Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification and issuance.
• Develop and maintain relevant internal procedures and conduct import and export training programs.
• Liaise with all requestors to ensure procedures are followed and documentation is correct upon submission.
• Monitor and evaluate legislative changes that affect imports and exports.
• Work with groups, such as regulatory affairs and purchasing.
• Respond to Customs inquiries and requests for information.
• Back-up to the site’s transportation group.

Skills: Product Classification, Government Agency Liaison, SPL Screening, FTA Management, Procedure Development, Legislative Monitoring, Customs Response, Transportation Support

• Must have interpersonal skills with internal/external clients and coworkers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and data entry skills.
• Good analytical skills with problem-solving ability.
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations within authorized limitations.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment while handling large volumes of work and meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications: BS in Supply Chain Management with 3 years of Experience

• Experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead others.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects successfully.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong systems aptitude and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel.
• Strong analytical/math-based skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Knowledge of MS Office with advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, charts, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Access, SAP BI/BW, SAP IBP, or other external data systems.
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting and forecasting methodology.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft 365 platform (SharePoint, Teams).

Qualifications: BA in International Relations with 5 years of Experience

• Experience working knowledge of Customs regulations.
• Experience executing the technical guidelines found in the WTO customs regulations for classifying a product for tariff, determining the country of origin and the proper value with accepted accounting principles.
• Must have Microsoft Excel experience.
• Ability to speak bilingual English/Spanish.
• Working knowledge of the In-Bond process while moving Cargo across the US.
• Prior experience in production planning.
• Familiar with standard concepts of field.
• Able to degree of creativity and latitude.
• Able to make decisions using data provided.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills.

Qualifications: BS in Logistics and Transportation with 3 years of Experience

• French and English communication skills.
• Able to release goods in a customs brokerage environment.
• Customer Service experience in an office environment.
• Able to gain exposure to the Transportation industry.
• Proficiency in MS Office, database and data entry skills.
• Experience in import and/or export compliance, with significant experience in trade classifications.
• Knowledgeable in US Customs laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and is detail-oriented.

Qualifications: BA in Business Administration with 2 years of Experience

• Progressive work experience in Import Operations.
• Must have customs brokerage experience.
• Ability to make decisions based on the analysis of the information.
• Ability to evaluate (sometimes complex) situations using multiple sources of information.
• Ability to provide timely information on scheduled imports.
• Ability to apply independent judgment to solve complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence without formal authority.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must have fluent English.
• Able to pay attention to detail.
• Excellent MS Office/SAP Computer skills.
• Must have SAP system knowledge.

Qualifications: BS in International Trade with 3 years of Experience

• Must have U.S. Customs entry processing and Customs Compliance experience.
• Experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job U.S.
• Must have a Customs Broker License.
• Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), and Oracle.
• Must be organized, deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Able to work independently and possess excellent time management skills.
• Must have Duty drawback experience and excellent analytical skills.
• Knowledge, Excel and SAP.
• Knowledge of import operations.
• Knowledge of maritime import operations.
• Must be fluent in English.

Qualifications: BA in Economics with 5 years of Experience

• Experience with a proven track record gained in a similar position, preferably in a Multinational Company.
• Passionate about driving operational excellence and process improvements.
• Ability to work in an international environment.
• Must have logistics experience working in a Chemical Company.
• Previous experience as an Import analyst.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and processes.
• Fluent in English or other European languages.
• SAP experience and advanced Excel knowledge.
• Able to use Microsoft Power BI and Access.

Qualifications: BS in Customs and Border Management with 3 years of Experience

• Previous experience working within an Import/Export role.
• Must have IT literacy - Excel skills.
• Highly organised and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good team player and customer-focused.
• Flexible working environment.
• Experience of working with a large organisation and the complexity this brings, e.g., to buy/sell large volumes worldwide.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to stay up to date in Customs Law, import promotion, and utilization programs.
• Knowledge of import promotion programs and utilization schemes.
• Proficient level of English.

Qualifications: BA in Global Studies with 4 years of Experience

• Experience in imports, international trade, supply chain, logistics, or related business.
• Professional demeanor and ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented aptitude.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and adapt to change.
• Ability to work successfully in a small company environment.

Qualifications: BS in Operations Management with 2 years of Experience

• Experience in customs entry, compliance, and handling import clients.
• Import logistics experience handling demurrage, deliveries, document coordination, and customer service with importers or exporters.
• Previous experience with air.
• Must have a strong ocean background.
• Able to exposure in domestic, warehousing and distribution.
• Experience with PC, including Microsoft Office, databases, software, web-based applications, and vendors’ systems.
• Experience with OGA (FDA, USDA, FCC, DOT).
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow defined procedures with consistency and accuracy.
• Practical problem-solving ability.
• Must have SAP experience.
• QlikView/Qlik Sense development experience.

Qualifications: BA in Political Science with 4 years of Experience