Import Export Specialist

Trade Compliance Specialist

Location: Devens, MA

Duration: 6 months (Possible temp to hire)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Trade Compliance specialist provides support to US Import and Export operations to comply with all applicable laws, regulations and policies by conducting the daily analysis, maintenance and administration of various trade operations.

SCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION

This role is responsible for the trade compliance process for simple to moderately

complex requirements.

Position will report to the Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division Trade Compliance Manager. Work with engineering, customer service, contracts administration, suppliers, I/T, Corporate Transportation and Logistics team, Corporate Compliance team and other appropriate resources to ensure the division maintains a trade compliant status.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promotes and fosters a safe work environment.
• Maintains division’s import and export manuals and conducts regular audits.
• Maintains the division’s item master for HTS, COO, and License status.
• Works with Engineering and/or procurement on new product compliance coding.
• Ensures import and export records are filed according to US and Parker rules.
• Provides FTA data to customers as required.
• Assists with Government Licensing applications as necessary.
• Responsible for the proper exporting of the division’s products.
• Monitors and/or manages Parker compliance systems and tools.
• Ensure adherence to Parker policies and programs.
• Ensures compliance to industry regulations and protocols such as CTPAT, ITAR, and EAR.
• Attends Parker import/export training annually.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 4 years or prior related experience

Education:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend updates to accommodate compliance objectives.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Programs.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Understanding of lean enterprise principles and practices.