Trade Compliance Analyst - Contractor

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Graham Packaging Company is seeking a Trade Compliance Analyst Contractor to support the customs compliance efforts of 40 locations packaging business. Duration of the contract is approximately 1 year and the position is remote.

 

The Graham Trade Compliance Analyst will engage in maintaining compliance procedures for import and export regimes in U.S.; organization of recordkeeping and classification database, randomly conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with U.S. and applicable global regulations; and completing any other activity required to progress the trade compliance function.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilites:

• Provide daily import/export operational guidance to internal customers, including brokers and transportation companies
• Work in coordination all groups to facilitate and track the flow of all international shipments
• Review, correct, archive all customs paperwork related to international shipments following SOP Standards.
• Partner with classification requests and support maintenance of parts classification (HTSUS) database
• Assist in Recordkeeping activities and Shipment Tracker report.
• Special projects and administrative support to the Trade Compliance Manager as needed

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GEC; Bachelor’s degree required in Business or a Supply Chain or related discipline; or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in customs or logistics roles.
• Technical knowledge of US Customs Regulations, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and issues of import admissibility.
• Customs or Freight forwarder experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat
• Outstanding organizational and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to simultaneously manage multiple, time-sensitive tasks with minimal supervision

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the Automated Commercial Environment and Periodic Monthly Statement Processing is a plus
• SAP experience highly desired

The standard compensation for this role is $60,000 - $70,000. Salary offers will be determined based on final candidate qualifications, experience, skillset, and other relevant factors.

 

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.