
Customs Compliance Analyst
- West Malling, Kent
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for ensuring effective import and export compliance processes, and practices at Teledyne FLIR UK in West Malling , in accordance with domestic and foreign trade laws and regulations and Teledyne Technologies corporate customs compliance policies and procedures.
- Implement or support implementation elements of customs compliance program, including import control touchpoints, functional instructions and other documentation; trade data points such as HTS classification, country of origin, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) eligibility, valuation, export requirements, etc.; forwarding agent management; recordkeeping; audits and training.
- Review and / or validate Customs entries for accuracy and compliance with customs regulations and CITC policies and procedures.
- Provide quarterly and yearly reporting, conduct regular customs compliance training for functional groups,
- Conduct periodic audits and self-audits and implement corrective action, as required;
- Assist in trade investigations
- Knowledge of UK & EU Customs Laws and Regulations; previous experience in management of AEO programs or supply chain is desirable.
- Experience in utilizing Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), using proper valuation methods, conducting and documenting classifications, Preferential Origin qualification, evaluating MSS Data, Binding Tariff Information (“BTIs”), and Customs Special Procedures
- Practical knowledge of UK customs systems (CDS) experience in utilizing customs automation tools
- Strong Computer Skills: SAP (Global Trade Services GTS) or other enterprise management systems, Office 365. SharePoint experience beneficial.
- Experience with managing effective relations with 3rd parties (freight forwarders, customs brokers, etc.) and interactions with customs and government authorities
- Experience with collecting and analyzing data and preparing concise and timely reports.
- Knowledge of industry practices.
- Strong communication skills
- Experienced with solving complex problems using collaborative techniques.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field or combination of education and experience.
- Proven direct experience with International Trade Regulations and/or Compliance in High Technology, Defence or Aerospace environment.
- the desire to be a true partner to the business
- enjoys collaborating
- has strong relationship building skills
- communicates well and listens
- has creative thoughts on continuous improvement
- can manage their time efficiently
- understands UK, ITAR and EAR regulations and applies knowledge
- has proven experience in a UK & EU Customs role, including utilizing Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
- has a passion for customs
- experienced with UK customs systems (CHIEF, CDS) as well as SAP, SAP GTS is a real plus
- experience in management of AEO programs or supply chain is desirable
- Responsible for ensuring effective import and export compliance processes, and practices at Teledyne FLIR UK in accordance with domestic and foreign trade laws and regulations and Teledyne Technologies corporate customs compliance policies and procedures.
- Implement or support implementation elements of customs compliance program, including import control touchpoints, functional instructions, and other documentation; trade data points such as HTS classification, country of origin, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) eligibility, valuation, export requirements, etc.; forwarding agent management; recordkeeping; audits and training.
- Review and / or validate Customs entries for accuracy and compliance with customs regulations and CITC policies and procedures.
- Provide quarterly and yearly reporting, conduct regular customs compliance training for functional groups,
- Conduct periodic audits and self-audits and implement corrective action, as required
- Assist in trade investigations
- Flexible Working
- Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company product discount
- Bonus
- Holiday
- Retirement
- Social functions
- Volunteering
- Free parking
- Free fruit