Job Description Summary

As part of the US & Canada Customs operations team the successful candidate will be responsible for oversite of the day-to day operations of the Foreign Trade Zone. The FTZ Operations Leader should be familiar with sourcing, receiving, inventory control, order processing, as well as domestic and export shipping and function with autonomy. The FTZ Operations Leader will need to have knowledge and understanding of the Foreign-Trade Zones Board regulations, and the Customs regulations, and how these apply to and impact the FTZ operations. The FTZ Operations Leader will be responsible for all aspects of operating a zone and initiatives to streamline the import process and ensure compliance with import regulations.

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o Location: GEHC GSPO Distribution Center (UPS Warehouse) 775 East Dr. Carol Stream, IL 60188 USA
o Hours: 8-5 (somewhat flexible)
o On site: 5 days week

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

FTZ Operations & Compliance:  Key point of contact and liaison for the FTZ with CBP including support for audits. Manage and audit daily FTZ admissions (CF214) and ensure accurate weekly Customs entries (CF3461/7501). Reconcile inventory records between commercial and FTZ systems; promptly resolve discrepancies. Maintain SOPs, FTZ files and ensure record retention in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Perform internal audits of FTZ operations and maintain an audit system to verify site compliance. Monitor and report FTZ-related cost savings and operational performance. Apply knowledge of best practices and how own area integrated with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. Utilizes in-depth knowledge and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy

Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and submit periodic FTZ reports, including Blanket CBP Form 216, Annual Reconciliation, Certification Letters, and FTZ Board Reports. Provide quarterly Harbor Maintenance Fee payments and manage payments to FTZ vendors and related fees. Responsible to update and maintain the GEHC FTZ Procedures Manual on file with Customs and the Grantee.  Modification of procedures and practices covering work with an end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.)

Data Management & Coordination: Coordinate and maintain updated product data—including descriptions, units, tariff codes, country of origin, licenses, and compliance details—prior to material receipt. Support the maintenance of the FTZ master file and ensure data accuracy through periodic reviews.  Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as liaison with internal departments and external service providers to ensure FTZ systems and documentation are accurate and up to date. Consult with distribution center personnel on export procedures and documentation requirements. Explains information, developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.

Performance Oversight: Lead key performance reviews and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.  Convey performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.  Use judgment and ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Use multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.  Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.  Leverage multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; or high school diploma/GED with a minimum 7 years of experience in customs Foreign Trade Zone processes
• Ability to communicate (verbal, written) in English
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. 

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with tariff classification, free trade agreements, country of origin determination, trusted trader programs, bonded facilities, management of Customs brokers and 3rd party compliance providers, special Customs programs valuation, transfer pricing, recordkeeping requirements, auditing, procedure testing, trade management systems

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global team environment 
• Ability to energize, develop and build rapport at all levels within the organization
• Proven ability to execute, multi-task, and deliver on commitments
• Global trade management systems experience 
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certified
• Oracle order management experience
• Licensed Customs Broker preferred

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We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $89,600.00-$134,400.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.