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Fastenal Company Inc Trade Compliance Specialist in Goodview, Minnesota
Job Description Trade Compliance Specialist 4730 N Service Dr, Winona, MN 55987 HEADP Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Working as Full-time Trade Compliance Specialist, you will be a key player in executing Fastenal's import/export compliance program and facilitating the efficient entry of goods from overseas. You will be tasked with working directly with our Overseas Logistics and Accounts Payable teams when identifying products to be imported, ensuring accurate classification of goods, and filing appropriately to update legal and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will be responsible for working collaboratively with other global customs and logistics teams in achieving Fastenal's strategic global compliance goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: o Working with U.S. Customs to clear Fastenal's Import product from around the globe o Assisting management of Fastenal's trade lane RFQ process o Managing an active audit program for reviewing and correcting gaps in the import/export program o Reviewing, auditing, and approving bill payment for service providers and US customs o Coordinating directly with Customs Officers in resolving specific entry issues if they arise o Assisting various departments with Harmonized Tariff Code information for Fastenal products o Ensuring proper regulatory compliance for all entries o Communicating with various departments on upcoming regulatory changes REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: The following skills and qualifications are required for this position: o Possess or are working towards a degree in Business, Operations, Finance OR have import, export, or logistics work experience o Excellent written and oral communication skills o Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite and possess basic math skills o Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented o Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities o Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills o Work independently as well as in a team environment o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment o Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY) PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: o Recognized trade compliance certifications (e.g. CCS, CCE, LCB) o Prior Fastenal work experience ABOUT US: Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders. As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity