First Solar

First Solar

Specialist- Trade Compliance II USA

Perrysburg, OH, United States · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$56k-$80kDetected 1 day ago
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Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level I)39
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
  • This position will interact with other functions within their region to seamlessly execute daily operations.
  • This position will contribute to department goals for process implementation and improvement by data gathering and troubleshooting issues.

Responsibilities

  • Perform daily tasks in accordance with applicable import/export regulations.
  • Recognize imports which may be eligible for an FTA and coordinate with the Sr Specialist to perform the FTA analysis.
  • Document compliance decisions that may impact global business decisions.
  • Maintain databases with current information applicable to import/export operations.

Requirements

  • All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Nice to have

  • Associate degree plus 3 or more years of experience in international trade compliance, import/export operations, Logistics and/or purchasing required.
  • BS/BA degree preferred.
  • 5 or more years of experience working in international trade compliance and import/export operations required.
  • US Licensed Customs Broker, CCS/CES Certifications or similar certifications preferred.

Skills

  • Experience with shipping documentation including commercial invoices, bills of lading, import/export filings.
  • Provide input to sourcing decisions within the department and across the corporation with regards to duty rates and denied party screening.
  • Proficiency in business writing and the ability to produce standard operating procedures.
  • Willingness to attend ongoing training related to import/export regulations.
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Compensation

  • $56,100.00 - $80,000.00 annually
  • Support data gathering of any annual reporting that is required in support of CTPAT Trade Compliance Program.

Equal opportunity

  • Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  • It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
  • We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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