What you'll do:
Determine tariff classification through informed interpretation of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, for US, Mexico and Canada import/exports.
Interact with data sources, technical experts, engineers, product and sourcing managers, and others to obtain and interpret the data (including specification documents, schematics, product descriptions and other technical data) necessary for accurate tariff classification.
Review all products being imported and exported to provide pertinent trade information required to comply with applicable regulatory trade requirements.
Determine country of origin, and whether goods are subject to anti-dumping and other trade programs driving exemptions or regulations of products.
Assist in providing guidance concerning the export requirements and obligations under Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and other US and non- US export laws and Requirements.
Conduct USMCA analysis and determine eligibility.
Facilitate USMCA program, including contacting critical suppliers, obtaining internal data, and supporting critical USMCA requests.
Maintain compliant classification (import & export), PGAs, and AD/CVD processes to ensure implementation and effectiveness of internal controls.
What you'll need:
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Expertise using the following resources for import product classification: General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), Harmonized Tariff’s Schedule of the US (HTSUS) Chapter and Section Notes, Explanatory Notes, CROSS – Customs Binding Rulings Database
Advanced knowledge and experience with USMCA analysis for eligibility and compliance.
Advanced knowledge of import and export regulations
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook and PowerPoint
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
Strong analytical as well as verbal and written communication skills.
Detail oriented, with the ability to work independently to resolve problems and deliver required results.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
A current Licensed Customs House Broker is preferred
Minimum 5-7 years previous experience working in import/export
Bilingual in English and Spanish, strongly preferred
Dallas, TX
Trinity began providing industrial products and services to customers more than 85 years ago. We started as a small butane-tank manufacturer and evolved over time into a premier provider of railcar products and services in North America with a leading railcar lease fleet and manufacturing, maintenance and repair operations. We have a long history of creating value for our shareholders by providing quality products and services to our customers.
Our rail-related products and services are marketed under the trade name TrinityRail. Our purpose is to Deliver Goods for the Good of All. We remain committed to rail solutions that deliver goods—safely, efficiently, and sustainably - for the good of our customers, shareholders, and employees in all the communities we serve.
The TrinityRail platform plays an important role in the North American supply chain by facilitating the transportation of bulk commodities and goods by rail. Railcar transportation is sustainable and is the most economical land-based mode of transportation. At Trinity, we strive to employ company resources in ways that make positive contributions to our stakeholders for the benefit of current and future generations.
TrinityRail’s platform aims to deliver innovative solutions that optimize the life-cycle ownership and usage of railcar equipment and enhance the value-proposition of the rail modal supply chain. We differentiate our value proposition to all stakeholders by:
leveraging our rail expertise across a broad market viewpoint,
working collaboratively to provide an unparalleled customer experience, and
delivering significant financial and commercial synergies that create a strategic advantage.
Our market leadership, performance and growth through the years are attributable to:
the skills, talents, and integrity of our people,
the synergies within our platform,
the quality of our rail products and services,
the depth of our operational capabilities, market insight and expertise, and
our cultural commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.