International Trade Specialist jobs in Cleveland, OH

Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here

Job Description

The Trade Compliance Specialist works as an integral member of the Fortune Brands Innovations Transportation and Customs team. The role of Trade Compliance Specialist will assist in the shaping and enablement of FBIN global business strategies, by supporting the Corporate Compliance Program with critical trade compliance guidance and support.

The FBIN Customs Compliance Team supports all U.S. and international business units, subsidiaries, and their various functions in ensuring compliance related activities for the company’s global divisions located in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and China. The team maintains oversight of the trade compliance program for FBIN and helps to ensure effective trade compliance controls are implemented in line with applicable Global Trade laws and regulations. The Trade Compliance Specialist focuses on import and export compliance management, including but not limited to product classification, SLI’s, duty drawback, export screening, audit and recordkeeping. This role is reporting to the Senior Trade Compliance Manager.

This role is designated as a hybrid role which includes working at least 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in one of our main offices located in Deerfield (IL), Maumee (OH), North Olmsted (OH) or Oak Creek (WI) to foster better collaboration, connection, and innovation.

• CTPAT: supplier validation, procurement portal monitoring, seal check list verification
• Follow up with forwarders to retrieve proof of export and EEI filing
• Audit: import entry audit in Talend and recordkeeping
• Audit: export filings for shipments to Mexico
• Audit: export filing data and documents
• Eco-approval: confirm all items are setup correctly in ERP system
• Classification: work with the senior trade compliance manager on classification of all relevant items
• Invoicing: audit and approve all broker invoices
• Track software solution and consultant spending
• Attend new product development meetings and update the team
• Provide duty rates to the new product development team upon request
• Monitor group email box and assign tasks  
• Backup for trade compliance specialist – export
• Other functions and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain or a related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in previous supply chain/logistics positions or compliance positions is required. 
• Customs Brokerage License (CLB) preferred but not required.
• Extensive knowledge and familiarity with Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), product classification, U.S. and overseas import regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; SAP
• Good problem solving, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interaction with Customs personnel and internal and external customers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to adapt to situational demands of the business.

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.