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Job Title: Logistics and Trade Administrator I
Reports To: Associate Trade Compliance Manager
Location: Greater Atlanta Metro (Hybrid)
Direct Reports : No
About Mizuno
Mizuno USA’s roots trace back to its parent company, Mizuno Corporation. Mizuno Corporation was established in Osaka, Japan in 1906 by Rihachi Mizuno. Today, Mizuno USA is located in Peachtree Corners, GA and continues to manufacture and distribute high quality golf, baseball, softball, Team Sports, track & field, and volleyball equipment, along with apparel and footwear.
Since our founding, we have taken special pride and pleasure in being able to participate in the exciting world of sports and providing sports equipment of the highest quality. Each and every one of us is guided by the ideal of true sportsmanship. That was true over 100 years ago and is still true today. It is evident in our corporate philosophy which, simply stated, is "Contributing to society through the advancement of sporting goods and the promotion of sports."
Are you a competitor driven by overcoming extraordinary challenges? Are you motivated by being a critical team member? Do you aspire to join a brand that makes a difference in the communities we serve? Mizuno USA is seeking top performers like you to carry on the legacy of one of the world’s most iconic sporting goods brands.
Every Mizuno USA teammate is a champion of our Mission and commitment to one another and athletes everywhere as they strive for ultimate achievement at every level of competition. Let us know if you're game-ready!
Summary
The Logistics and Trade Administrator assists with logistics customs regulations. This role ensures that shipments comply with applicable import and export laws while also ensuring timely scheduling of shipments and keeping in mind freight cost.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Logistics and Trade Administrator will perform tasks like the following:
- Assist the Manager with maintaining Mizuno's FTZ Program and ensuring compliance, including record-keeping, document preparation, and attendance during compliance visits
- Monitor and review customs clearance for daily shipments, providing instructions and supplemental information to third parties as needed
- Provide timely and accurate reports to third-party stakeholders, including customs broker
- Manage air approval requests which includes collaborating with various stakeholders; maintaining and tracking approvals from various parties
- Issue Claims with both our insurance provided as well as forwarders
- Attend Quarterly Business Reviews with Expeditors & Consultants
- Work with third party consultants to maintain monthly shipping schedules, in conjunction with our First Sale for Reconciliation Duty Savings Program
- Assist the Manager with internal and external audit programs, including coordination of schedules, audit participation, and issuance of audit reports
- Auditing data in our systems to ensure uniformity throughout
- Assist supply chain team regarding shipments including delays, increased rates, and other such issues that may arise
- Be able to step in when team members are out.
- Assist with keeping SOPs updated
- Maintain current knowledge base related to FTZ and other trade compliance topics, through ongoing training and education
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Four-year college degree in International Business, Logistics, or a related field
- 1-2 years’ experience working as an expert in customs compliance, including valuation, customs entry process, etc.
- 2-3 years of multi-modal logistics experience, including air, ocean, rail, and ground
- Detail oriented, and committed to maintaining the highest level of compliance with US Customs
- Experience utilizing integrated Import Order Management systems
- Strong Excel skills; must be able to create pivot tables and detailed reports
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work as a collaborative and supportive team member
- Ability to multi-task and manage time sensitive deadlines effectively
- Must be neat, organized, and self-motivated
- Experience with Oracle or SAP systems
- Experience in the apparel/footwear industry preferred
- Experience with Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) preferred
- Experience with Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program preferred
Physical Demands/Essential Functions
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an open office environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Work Environment
- Open office environment with overhead lighting and low to moderate noise levels
- Hybrid work from home options available
Whenever possible, Mizuno USA, Inc. strives to promote from within if the skills and necessary qualifications meet the requirements for the position. Internal and external candidates will be considered for the position and the best candidate will be hired.
Mizuno USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected classification.
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