- Create and maintain import files
- Participate on weekly imports from Canada
- Assist with closure of TIBs for weekly Canadian shipments
- Work with recipient of import to facilitate customs clearance
- Research product composition to assist with HTS and FDA code classification
- Review and approve broker invoices and inland carrier invoices in the Freight Payment system on a timely basis
- Review import entry for accuracy
- Participate in the maintenance of Grifols IMS
- Attend scheduled meetings associated with imports as scheduled
- Conduct continual track & trace of imports until delivered
- Create and maintain import files
- Participate on weekly imports from Canada
- Responsible for closure of TIBs for weekly Canadian shipments
- Work with recipient of import to facilitate customs clearance
- Research product composition to provide broker with proper HTS and FDA code classification
- Review and approve broker invoices and inland carrier invoices in the Freight Payment system on a timely basis
- Assign cost center numbers to courier transactions in Small Parcel Tool
- Perform high level audit of customs and PGA data
- Participate in the maintenance of Grifols IMS
- Attend scheduled meetings associated with imports with or without Dept Supervisor
- Update and distribute import databases minimally once per year
- Assist Supervisor in APHIS import permit applications
- Assist govt agency in resolving import issues
- Respond to Govt agency inquiries and Notices of Action
- Work with Service Providers to book and coordinate imports
- B.S. or B.A. degree plus 2 years of work experience in an importing and shipping environment or 10-12 years of applicable business experience
- Knowledge of SAP is preferred
- Knows how to research and apply US Customs regulations
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are necessary
- Some travel may be required
- After hours and/or weekend interaction may be required
Import Logistics Specialist II - NC-RTP, United States - GRIFOLS, S.A.
Description
Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
Import Logistics Specialist II
Reporting to and taking direction from Sr. Supervisor Import Logistics Operations. This position deals with all import activities for assigned Grifols business units (GTI, Biomat). Heavy interaction with Shippers from overseas is required to ensure delivery timelines and required temp control (if required) are met. Incumbent must be able to work with minimal supervision. The incumbent is expected to recognize import terms and associated documentation to allow quick reaction to unexpected imports which require providing instructions to brokers, inland carriers, etc., and allow timely delivery of import to ultimate recipient. Knowing where to find the information, such as import customs regulations is essential. The incumbent must display sound judgement and creative thinking when dealing with U.S, govt agency holds and detentions and procedural problems for urgent and permanent resolutions. Problem solving will require tact and diplomacy as the role will serve to detect and escalate problems. Adhering to established procedures is required. Records must be kept according to U.S. laws and regulations.
Primary Responsibilities for the Role:
Stay informed of political climate and changes that are implemented through current administration.
Knowledge of U.S. import laws and regulations as well as govt agencies such as: FDA and USDA is preferred. Working in office environment; teamwork, collaboration with other depts is required.
Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Incumbent requires a AS degree plus 3 years of work experience in a customer service and import shipping environment, or 7-10 years of applicable business experience. A demonstrated ability to work with automated customer service and sales systems, including database systems, is essential. Knowledge of US Customs / Department of Commerce import regulatory law is required. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are necessary. Flexible working hours are required.
Incumbent must be able to work with minimal supervision. Must display sound judgment and creative thinking when dealing with and diagnosing system and procedural problems. Problem solving will require tact and diplomacy as the role will serve to detect and correct problems.
Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.
Sr. Import Logistics Specialist
Reporting to and taking direction from Sr. Supervisor Import Logistics Operations. This position deals with all import activities for assigned Grifols business units (GTI, GWO, Biomat, and GDS). Heavy interaction with Shippers from overseas is required to ensure delivery timelines and required temp control (if required) are met. Incumbent must be able to work with minimal supervision. The incumbent is expected to recognize import terms and associated documentation to allow quick reaction to unexpected imports which require providing instructions to brokers, inland carriers, etc., and allow timely delivery of import to ultimate recipient. Knowing where to find the information, such as import customs regulations is essential. The incumbent must display sound judgement and creative thinking when dealing with U.S, govt agency holds and detentions and procedural problems for urgent and permanent resolutions. Problem solving will require tact and diplomacy as the role will serve to detect and escalate problems. Adhering to established procedures is required. Records must be kept according to U.S. laws and regulations.
Primary Responsibilities for the Role:
Stay informed of political climate and changes that are implemented through current administration.
Knowledge of U.S. import laws and regulations as well as govt agencies such as: FDA and USDA is preferred. Working in office environment; teamwork, collaboration with other depts is required.
Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.
Location: RTP, NC
Hiring Manager: Cynthia LoMonaco
Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-RTP:USNC0001 - RTP NC-Headquarters
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