**Description**:
The Lead Customs Specialist works closely with Logistics, Trade Compliance, Finance, and external customs brokers to support on time delivery, cost control, and regulatory compliance. The role is responsible for execution and problem resolution within assigned scope. Trade Compliance retains accountability for policy interpretation, regulatory strategy, and engagement with authorities.
**- Key Responsibilities**:
**Customs Operations Execution**
- Execute and support import, export, and in bond customs activities across the Americas.
- Prepare, review, and validate customs documentation and data to support accurate and timely clearance.
- Monitor shipments for customs exceptions, holds, or inspections and take action to support resolution.
- Support multi leg parcel shipments and coordination with carriers and customs brokers.
**Broker & Partner Support**
- Work directly with customs brokers to ensure accurate filings and adherence to established procedures.
- Identify filing errors, data quality issues, and recurring trends; support corrective actions.
- Escalate recurring issues, systemic risks, or potential compliance concerns to the Sr. Manager, Logistics Americas.
- Support broker performance improvement initiatives led by management.
**Compliance & Regulatory Execution**
- Execute customs activities in compliance with customs, tax, and trade regulations.
- Support internal and external audits, post entry reviews, and customs inquiries.
- Follow sanctions screening, licensing, and regulatory requirements as directed by Trade Compliance.
**Data, Systems & Documentation**
- Use SAP / S/4HANA, customs broker platforms, and carrier systems to support customs execution.
- Maintain accurate customs data, documentation, and records in accordance with policy and audit requirements.




- Support testing and validation of system or process changes impacting customs filings or documentation.
- Use reports and data to identify discrepancies, trends, and improvement opportunities.
**Cost & Duty Support**
- Support monitoring of duty, tax, and brokerage costs; assist with variance analysis.
- Assist with FTA / USMCA documentation and preferential duty utilization where applicable.
- Help prevent rework, post entry corrections, penalties, and double duty exposure through accurate execution.
**Continuous Improvement & Digital Enablement**
- Identify opportunities to improve customs processes, accuracy, and cycle times.
- Demonstrate curiosity and openness to AI and digital tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and data quality (e.g., reducing manual reviews, identifying error patterns).
- Share improvement ideas and best practices with the broader logistics and trade team.
**- Skills, Knowledge & Expertise**:
The Lead Customs Specialist works closely with Logistics, Trade Compliance, Finance, and external customs brokers to support on time delivery, cost control, and regulatory compliance. The role is responsible for execution and problem resolution within assigned scope. Trade Compliance retains accountability for policy interpretation, regulatory strategy, and engagement with authorities.
**Customs Operations Execution**
- Execute and support import, export, and in bond customs activities across the Americas.




- Prepare, review, and validate customs documentation and data to support accurate and timely clearance.
- Monitor shipments for customs exceptions, holds, or inspections and take action to support resolution.
- Support multi leg parcel shipments and coordination with carriers and customs brokers.
**Broker & Partner Support**
- Work directly with customs brokers to ensure accurate filings and adherence to established procedures.
- Identify filing errors, data quality issues, and recurring trends; support corrective actions.
- Escalate recurring issues, systemic risks, or potential compliance concerns to the Sr. Manager, Logistics Americas.
- Support broker performance improvement initiatives led by management.
**Compliance & Regulatory Execution**
- Execute customs activities in compliance with customs, tax, and trade regulations.
- Support internal and external audits, post entry reviews, and customs inquiries.
- Follow sanctions screening, licensing, and regulatory requirements as directed by Trade Compliance.
**Data, Systems & Documentation**
- Use SAP / S/4HANA, customs broker platforms, and carrier systems to support customs execution.
- Maintain accurate customs data, documentation, and records in accordance with policy and audit requirements.
- Support testing and validation of system or process changes impacting customs filings or documentation.
- Use reports and data to identify discrepancies, trends, and improvement opportunities.
**Cost & Duty Support**
- Support monitoring of duty, tax, and brokerage costs; assist with variance analysis.
- Assist with FTA / USMCA documentation and preferential duty utilization where applicable.
- Help prevent rework, post entry corrections

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