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Copeland Trade Compliance Operations Analyst in El Paso, Texas
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Position Summary:
The Trade Compliance Operations Analyst will report to the Trade Compliance Operations Manager – US & Canada. The Trade Compliance Operations Analyst is responsible for coordinating activities involved in export/import compliance including but not limited to, harmonized tariff classifications, ECCN determination, country of origin determination, ACE reporting, restricted party screening, duty drawback, updating and managing internal controls and procedures. As a critical member of our Trade Compliance team, the Trade Compliance Operations Analyst interfaces with internal and external brokers, vendors, freight forwarders, manufacturing plants, distribution center and other functional areas to ensure the proper coordination and flow of shipments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Works and assists management on trade compliance projects such as duty drawback and tariff mitigation activities
• Run weekly entry filing report & monthly duty and tax report
• Maintain customs entry files according to US Customs recordkeeping guidelines and audit entries and invoices for accuracy
• Collaborate with third party service providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and suppliers to resolve day-to-day challenges and roadblocks
• Verify import documentation to ensure accuracy prepared and in compliance with all US and foreign Customs/regulatory requirements
• Classifying products for import and export using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) General Rules of Interpretation (GR’s), schedule B’s, Export Administration Regulations (EAR), other established regulatory information
• Liaise with and provide support to Electronics & Controls operations, supply chain, logistics and vendors, to ensure alignment with trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Use JDE/Oracle to build and maintain reports that will fulfill the needs of the metrics used by the trade compliance team
• Lead objective setting, measurement, reporting, organizational development, and process improvement in all areas of responsibility
• Ensure continuous improvement and execution of day-to-day compliance activities
• Manage and track Inbond shipment and processes
• Maintain and manage HTS database
• Maintain seal log and inventory
• Participates in continuous improvement process related to import/export compliance program and manages document revisions of internal controls and procedures
• Daily screening and release of new customer setup and customer master data changes
• Develops and conduct trade compliance training
• Other activities or duties assigned
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2-3 years directly related professional work experience (Required)
Understanding of U.S. and foreign Trade Compliance regulations
Strong knowledge of transportation industry including truckload, less-than-truckload, air, ocean, and parcel.
Firm grasp of supply chain, inventory, distribution, business, and management principles and apply terms to every-day situations
Strong collaboration, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Must be detailed oriented, proactive in anticipating requirements and able to work efficiently with minimal direction in a sometimes-high pressure environment
Successfully interacts with a dispersed leadership team and others across functions and sites.
Experience with MS Office Suite required
Experience with Oracle ERP and/or Oracle Global Logistics Modules, Oracle Transportation Management, CASS is preferred
Business Intelligence/Data warehouse concepts with knowledge of reporting tools is a plus
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.