🚀 Customs Coordinator

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a candidate interested in working for an importer of retail merchandise. You will be part of a team responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with all applicable import and export regulations.

This candidate will receive training in customs rules and regulations. This position offers a good opportunity for someone looking to enter the dynamic world of international trade.

The performance expectations for this role include acting with a high sense of urgency, analyzing and determining root causes, thinking and planning strategically, and effectively elevating operational issues.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Obtain and prepare documents necessary to execute audit plans that test compliance areas. Assist with review and information gathering to determine compliance levels.
• Obtain declarations from vendors supporting duty-free treatment of imported products under the Special Trade Program and Free Trade Agreements. Determine if declarations meet basic requirements.
• Run various reports.
• Assist with filing Post Entry corrections and maintain post-entry activity in the Customs database.
• Assist in preparing communications to Customs and other government agencies.
• Assist with research for restricted products.
• Assist with various ongoing projects.
• Assist in establishing and updating guidance and procedures.

Qualifications:

• A BS/BA degree in Accounting, International Trade/Business, or equivalent preferred.
• 2-4 years of work experience requiring auditing skills.
• Experience with MS Access, Excel, and Word.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.