FTZ Administrator

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OMRON is a global leader in the field of automation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. OMRON's business fields cover a broad spectrum, ranging from industrial automation and electronic components to social systems and healthcare. OMRON Management Center of America, Inc. is the regional headquarters for OMRON in the Americas.

Omron Management Center of America is hiring for a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Administrator in Dallas, Texas.

The FTZ Administrator is responsible for all compliance activities regarding customs regulations of the Foreign Trade Zone in Dallas TX. The position will work directly with US Customs to co-ordinate all issues relating to the use of FTZ for inbound and outbound foreign goods. This position provides operational supervision, support and analysis regarding FTZ operations. This role will oversee day-to-day FTZ and inventory related activities to support the overall FTZ Operation.

Our Commitment to Employees:

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all FTZ operations comply with all CBP regulations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all FTZ activities, including inventory control and documentation.
• Verify FTZ-related data, ensuring accuracy and integration.
• Interacts with CBP, Import/Export Manager, 3PL, Logistics team and CBP to address any issues or questions.
• Regularly updates and reports to management on FTZ activities.

• Ensure Inbound Tracking Spreadsheet updated daily.
• Confirm ISF filings are complete.

• Review e214 admissions uploaded into One Source by Broker.
• Research and validate foreign vs domestic receipts into the FTZ.
• Validate One Source data against actual documentation, as needed, to ensure accuracy of integration and information.
• Analyze weekly estimated entry (CF3461)
• Identify, reconcile, and resolve any inventory issues in a prompt and timely manner.
• Manage export transactions (7512/EEI/ITN)
• Conduct internal audits of FTZ operations.
• Notify Logistics team on overdue shipments.
• Support Import/Export Operations Manager and 3PL with data analysis as needed.
• Research shortages and files OS&D with carrier.
• Partner with the Import/Export Operations Manager to ensure FTZ procedures are current and accurately reflect the operations and practices.
• Review weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual documentation and forms to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in a timely manner.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field with
  3 years' experience in Customs Brokerage, Imports or FTZ Administration OR 7 years' experience in Customs Brokerage as an Import Specialist or Zone Specialist

• Working knowledge of the U.S. Foreign Trade Zones program including compliance and best practices
• Working knowledge of the imports, exports, Customs brokerage, HTS classification, inventory control systems, warehousing, and logistic activities
• Meticulous with strong organization skills and ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to read and interpret government regulations.
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Initiative-taking and capable of working as part of a team or alone with little supervision.
• Exceptional diligence
• PC Literate - with strong Excel skills
• OneSource (Integration Point) experience a plus but not required.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.