Trade Specialist

Volvo Car Corporation

About The Position

Let's introduce ourselvesThe purpose of the Customs Specialist is to work collaboratively within the Volvo Car Trade Management & Compliance team in the Americas region to facilitate compliant import and export activities, while working at a global level to support delivery on the global trade strategy. The Volvo Car Global Trade Management & Compliance strategy involves a shift in the way we do business to become a “best in class” trade management team. To be successful in this role, the person must demonstrate an ability to think creatively, deliver on innovative solutions and serve as a role model to the team to lead the way on our journey of change. Within the Process Excellence function, we have ownership of the import and export processes and the resulting outcome. This to include duty, operational costs, and compliance consequences.What you'll do• Collaborate with the Process Excellence team to efficiently manage day-to-day activities as a command and control tower Import/Export Operations Foreign Trade Zone Operations Electronic filings: ISF/Entry/e214, ePTT, IT, EEI etc… Special Trade Programs Broker Performance Management Activities

Requirements

Knowledge of Customs regulations (15 CFR, 19 CFR)
Computer literate and knowledge with Microsoft Office products
Service minded with good communication and coordination skills
Ability to quickly assess complex critical situations
Proven abilities to perform well under pressure
Service minded with good communication and coordination skills
Proven knowledge and experience with customs compliance processes
Problem-solving skills, a detailed and systematic approach to planning

Nice To Haves

Certified Export Specialist preferred
Customs Brokerage License preferred
An educational degree in logistics or similar field preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Process Excellence team to efficiently manage day-to-day activities as a command and control tower
Work collaboratively with team to set department goals and deliver on strategic improvements that lead to process excellence in trade activities
Review information, data, documentation and material flows to drive process improvements that eliminate waste and reduce costs
Consistently demonstrate ownership of assigned projects and their timely delivery
Monitor system exceptions and resolve issues as required
Coordinate with other groups within supply chain management as necessary to resolve root causes
Develop and maintain work instructions to secure standardized processes
Develop and maintain written processes and workflows within the Volvos Business Management System (BMS).
Coordinate with external customs broker to ensure compliant and timely filings and clearance
Develop systems for the tracking of import and export activities to consolidate information and enhance the reporting process
Support management of operational KPI’s on country level and apply corrective and preventive measures
Drive process improvements through Automation and Robotization implementations
Promote a uniform way of working across functional entities globally and regionally
Conduct and document internal audits in accordance with the audit plan for all relevant areas (e.g. US Imports, Canada Imports, FTZ etc…)