Trade Compliance Specialist

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

POSITION TITLE:    Trade Compliance Specialist

PURPOSE:

The is a key member of the Wyman-Gordon compliance team and will establish and implement a robust trade compliance program that supports the day-to-day operation of a high volume, dynamic aerospace/industrial manufacturing site.   In this role, you will lead the site trade compliance program and oversee all export and import activity, including preparation, filing, and maintenance of BIS and DDTC export license applications.  You will serve as the site subject matter expert. The management team and key functional stakeholders will depend on your sound trade compliance advice to mitigate compliance risk, while streamlining business projects.

The successful candidate will have the independent authority to enquire into any aspect of a proposed export or import, verify its propriety and the accuracy of the information to be submitted, and stop any current or anticipated transaction that is in violation of statutory or regulatory requirements.  

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to work collaboratively with all functional leads to ensure they have implemented effective compliance controls into their internal procedures and work instructions.
• Strong time management and recordkeeping skills.  
• Training internal stakeholders on key compliance topics, as well as general trade compliance awareness.
• Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements.
• Analyze and interpret export and import regulations and maintain current knowledge of changes.
• Work pro-actively with departments to prevent trade disruptions and to develop streamlined  approaches for the implementation of trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Advise general manager and senior staff about trade compliance aspects and risks of proposed business decisions.
• Monitor compliance activities and the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Export documents review and audit for pre and post shipments
• Prepare applications for export licenses and other requests for regulatory authorization via DECCS and SNAP-R.
• Manage government export authorizations throughout their life cycle.
• Analyze transactions for which due diligence indicates potential risk and determine whether due diligence has been satisfied.
• Produce and analyze reports from various ERP/MRP and other information systems.
• Prepare and compile the import/export data for drawback.
• Perform or assist with commodity classifications under export and import laws (ITAR, EAR, Schedule B, HTSUS)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate discipline, and 2-3 years of relevant experience, or Associates degree with 3-5+ years of relevant experience, or High School with 5-10 years of progressive experience that demonstrates expertise in global trade compliance program administration.
• Working knowledge of  the U.S International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) including anti-boycott regulations, sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customs Regulations (CR), and the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR).
• Thoroughly familiar with international shipping documents such as commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, and export license; including consignee information, INCOTERMS, harmonized tariff code, country of origin, customs value, export classification, and export license data.
• Strong computer skills including ability to research transactions and prepare reports in manufacturing information systems, perform spreadsheet calculations, and quickly learn new software tools. Experience with Oracle is a plus.
• Effective and efficient problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive a project from initiation to completion.
• Ability to work at both detail and strategic levels, work calmly under pressure, prioritize tasks,, and display sound professional judgment.
• Ability to prepare and revise procedures, work instructions, and forms.
• Any experience in Customs duty drawback is a plus

Note:  This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.  Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.