Import Export Operations Specialist

Job Title: Import Export Operations Specialist
Location: Oxnard, CA 93030
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Job Description:

• With minimal supervision, perform Import/Export activities in compliance with Government rules and regulations, organizational policies, procedures, goals and objectives
• Responsible for expediting the import/export process by liaising with regional Import/Export coordinators, Warehousing/Distribution, and Plant & Production planning
• Responsible for coordinating logistics for import/export shipments (ocean, air, land, rail) working closely with freight forwarders, brokers, Transportation Contract managers and internal stakeholders
• Responsible for ensuring all work is completed in a timely and compliant manner, adhering to all internal policies and government regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring all documentation is accurate and foreign customer.
• Responsible for auditing team members files to ensure files are maintained in audit-ready status.
• Be prepared to participate in an internal or external (USCBP/EPA) audits
• Responsible and accountable for accurate, timely and compliant processing of all orders for assigned countries and/or product portfolio.
• Employee must remain current on all applicable import/export regulations through formal training and self-guided initiatives.
• Develop, maintain and train team members and stakeholders on Standard
• Operating Procedures associated with assigned portfolio.
• Collaborate cross-functionally, across divisions and internationally to identify and implement best practices and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Responsible for being the key contact for foreign partners / customers
• Conduct import/export operations process training as required

• Responsible for handling complex global trade accounts/trade lanes
• Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to APHIS, Customs and Border Protection, USDA and other government agency laws and regulations
• Become Subject Matter Expert for assigned business units
• Good understanding of client's product portfolio and production processes
• Perform other duties and participate in projects as needed

• BA/BS Degree
• Ability to read and write English with STRONG verbal and written
• communication skills
• Must have the flexibility to work overtime when necessary
• Excellent analytical skills preferred
• Must have office experience
• Must have experience in Microsoft products, Outlook, Word,Excel