Foreign - Trade Administrator

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It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.



The Job:


Stanley Black & Decker is looking for a Foreign Trade Zone Administrator (FTZA) who will be responsible for the day-to day operations of our 3 FTZs (Two are is distribution, and one is a manufacturing plant). This position will also support any I/T project implementations of new FTZs as needed. The FTZA should be familiar with receiving, inventory control and manufacturing (inverted tariffs), as well as domestic and export shipping. The FTZA will need to have knowledge of Foreign Trade Zones Board regulations, and Customs regulations, and how these apply to FTZ operations. The FTZA must be aware of all aspects of operating a zone. Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends during business-critical times .


As a Foreign Trade Zone Administrator Associate , you'll be part of our Distribution Center team located in Fort Mill SC. You'll get to:

Manages/processes daily Admissions into the FTZ (CF214) and weekly 3461 and 7501 filings. Ensures accuracy of IP Filings to Broker's Filings Ensures product movements into and out of the zone are properly accounted for in Customs filings. Performs daily inventory reconciliation between SAP and our FTZ software. Works with warehouse and within MRP software to troubleshoot discrepancies Will actively support any new FTZ implementations as needed Maintains FTZ files and retain FTZ records as required by Customs law Manages exports from the FTZ (CF7512) Provides quarterly Harbor Maintenance Fee payments Performs quarterly internal audits of Zone operations and reports results to management. Participates and prepares for all CUSTOMS Audits Stays current on legislation changes impacting foreign trade zones. Updates SOP's as needed. Provide FTZ/ compliance training to personnel within the zone. Monitor Scope of Authority for manufacturing FTZ Possess working knowledge of all requirements of the FTZ activities. Act as liaison with other functional areas within the organization to ensure the information systems are maintained, updated and accurate for FTZ reporting and compliance purposes. The FTZA will consult DC personnel on export procedures and documentation. Updating and maintaining the Operations Manual and exhibits. Drives and monitors the savings associated with the FTZ operations Provides annual FTZ reports (Yearly Blanket CBP form 216, OFIS ANNUAL FTZ REPORTING, Annual Reconciliation, Certification Letter ) The Person:


You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

Education and Work Experience: Technical/Functional Competencies: Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) proficient in pivot tables, VLOOKUP, concatenate Process-oriented and able to apply technology to the solution of real business problems. At least 2 years of trade compliance experience; FTZ administration experience and/or a Licensed Customs Broker desirable Bachelor's degree. SAP, IP FTZ, WMS.net software knowledge extremely beneficial. Advanced computer skills Proficient in Integration Point, SAP, and Microsoft Office software systems. Strong analytical skills, Proficient in Excel: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, concatenate Strong communication skills (written and oral) and presentation skills Good interpersonal skills - can communicate with all levels of the organization. Knowledge of distribution, transportation, warehousing, manufacturing operations helpful, Strong attention to details. Detail and process oriented. Problem solver, Ability to develop and implement sound business decisions. Team player Achieves commitments, Ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders to accomplish objectives. Ability to work well independently. Experience with external logistics service providers. Ability to work under pressure. Flexibility and capacity for change to ensure continuity of operations through key seasonal periods. Accepts accountability for performance and FTZ operations. Must have a strong operational focus around the delivery of service, accurate record-keeping, and inventory reporting. The Details:


You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan including:

Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. And More:


We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:

Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our Lean Academy, Coursera®, and online university. Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices. What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!


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All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or any other protected characteristic.



We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.


Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.



Who We Are


We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.



Benefits & Perks


You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.



What You'll Also Get


Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.



Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).



Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.



Purpose-Driven Company:
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.



EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.


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