Freight And Logistics Coordinator

Job SummaryReporting to the Global Freight & Logistics Manager, the Freight and Logistics Coordinator will perform tasks in multiple areas of the logistics department such as Trade and Compliance, Customs, and Transportation.This person will be a subject matter expert in one or more areas for the Logistic Department and will ensure the monitoring of logistics suppliers and customs broker bills, auditing and properly coding them into the GL or the project assigned to trade compliance operations at The Gund Company.They will also ensure all transport lanes and methodologies are adequate for the benefit of the Company, verify that all import and export transactions are in conformance with the laws and regulations of the involved countries, support the logistics team when communicating with carriers regarding price and quality service, and manage and audit Customs Brokers to keep accurate trade compliance and continuously improve business operations.Job TypeFull-timeSummary of essential job functionsKeep monitoring and reviewing all Mexico import and export customs operations.Review trade law changes in Mexico.Follow up monthly virtual operations with TGC Mexico customers.Monitor and approve duties and tax calculations for the import and export process.Request Certificates of Origin to RM vendors and apply them in the import process.Create Certificates of Origin for TGC Mexico customers upon request.Determine and maintain accuracy on raw materials and finished goods HTS codes.Interact with custom brokers and forwarders daily for the import/export process.Interact with AP team daily for duties and tax payments.Request spot or projected RFQs for international freight services.Track international shipments and report to related teams.Maintain an updated freight expense log for budgeting purposes.Assist with the corrective action process for supplier-related trade compliance issues.Maintain documentation of the process and provide training materials that allow others to manage the process with limited direction.Keep physical and electronic files of foreign trade up to date.Maintain all customs reports.Serve as the primary supplier contact for product compliance requests.Review and answer internal compliance requests according to standard procedures.Maintain the Purchase Material Declaration Database (REASH & RoHS).Document supplier correspondence in CRM.Qualifications and CompetenciesAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization and with suppliers, both verbally and in writing.Strong information systems skills, including the use of business systems and Microsoft Office to communicate critical information throughout the company.Strong desire to implement new information-sharing procedures, policies and reports that improve logistics systems.Attention to detail and ability to meet internal and external customer requirements.Ability to handle complaints, resolve disputes, and address grievances and conflicts.Proactive and constantly updated on foreign-trade issues.Active teamwork support.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to utilize a CRM package and other tools to manage the sales process.Education and Experience4–5 years of experience in logistics and customs.Bachelor's degree in foreign trade or administrative areas.Experience in the electrical, electronic, manufacturing, or plastics/composites industries.Fluent in English for business communication.Knowledge of CAAAREM, Article 24, Incoterms, import/export processes, bill of lading requirements, customs formalities, international logistics, and VUCEM.IMMEX knowledge.#J-*****-Ljbffr