_{06th June, 2025}

Free Trade Zone Administrator #1028947
Job Description:
Job Summary/Basic Function:
This is a position related to Company’ use of FTZ procedures of their distribution facilities.  Inherent in this process are responsibilities for analysis of import and trade related data; knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations; familiarity with FTZs; and an understanding of inventory control. 
 
40% - CBP Reporting and Compliance:

• Prepare FTZ related data and supporting documentation for submission of forms to CBP on a daily and weekly basis
• Assist with CBP valuation, classification and reporting issues.
• Review daily FTZ Variance Reports
• Support FTZ operations with tariff risk mitigation efforts
• Post entry summary correction execution

 
30% - ICRS Operation and Inventory Control: 

• Operate FTZ ICRS by managing daily inventory balances; monitoring zone admission data; and conducting weekly estimate (import and export) process.
• Work with distribution center (operated by a third party) to proactively address and resolve any daily inventory issues; verify inventory transactions, including but not limited to receipts, shipments and inventory adjustments; investigate and take action on overages and shortages.
• Participate in cycle counts and / or physical inventory activities on a high level but continuous basis.

 
15% - Support Relationships with FTZ related parties: 

• Ensure proper FTZ procedures including the management of data relating to inbound receipts; timely reporting of admissions and the CBP clearance of goods shipped from both FTZs.

 
15% - Risk management:

• Assist in risk management for FTZ purposes by reviewing CBP documentation, auditing FTZ transactions, complying with CBP and FTZ Board requirements.
• Miscellaneous tasks include working with brokerage team, information management team, compliance team and inbound logistics to assist in any necessary information needed between departments.

 
Education/Experience:

• Bachelors’ degree in supply chain logistics/distribution related field, or equivalent years of experience.
• A minimum of 3 years practical experience in handling customs and international trade related issues; Inventory control; warehousing OR equivalent experience is required.
• A current customs broker’s license is preferred
• This position should possess a working knowledge of inventory control systems, warehousing and logistics activities including import and export activities and Customhouse brokerage.
• A practical knowledge of the US FTZ program and CBP compliance best practices and regulations is also required.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and the mental capability to troubleshoot and solve problems of moderate complexity or difficulty, as well as problem solve in a proactive, methodical manner.
• Must be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and comprehend complex issues.
• This position should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and be capable of working as part of a team or alone.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with emphasis on Excel and Power Point

 
Scope:

• Job involves a moderate degree of detail and complexity.
• Job tasks will be performed under moderate supervision.

 
Problem-Solving: (Complexity of Problems)

• Decisions are made within prescribed company policy guidelines and constraints; however, independent judgment is often needed in identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Errors can cause delays in delivery of goods or result in CBP penalties.
• Excessive errors may ultimately affect company’s import process, and result in a higher risk designation by CBP and thereby increase the company’s exposure to penalties, exams, or audits.
• This will involve meeting necessary deadlines on a regular basis to comply with Customs regulations.

 
Communications: (key communications contacts and level of persuasion required)

• Contacts occur with others inside of company as well as with third party warehouse staff, CBP officers, third party service providers, and government officials. 
• Contact will so involve working with Internal IT and outside software vendor when problems with software occur and need to be resolved.

 
Additional Information:
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is a financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused, operating in nearly half of the states in the U.S., Europe and India.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022!
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