21000801 - Global Trade Customs Clearance Assistant Manager

What Will You Do;

The Global Trade Assistant Manager will assist in leading the movement of shipments through the HMGMA supply chain by providing accurate documentation in compliance with US Customs requirements. Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment and delivery of imported, exported, and domestic transported goods. Communicates effectively with vendors, US customs broker, freight forwarder, and transportation carriers to ensure efficient movement of goods across borders.

The Global Trade Assistant Manager will oversee all customs brokerage related activities for HMGMA with a selected and contracted customs broker. The Assistant Manager will provide daily oversight of import brokerage operations and its activities with strict adherence to applicable US Customs and participating government agency regulations. 

[General Summary]

• Responsible for daily assistance of HMGMA’s global trade department activities relating to all Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policies and procedures and service for HMGMA import, export, and domestic transportation.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working as US Customs Broker with primary focus on (FTA/FTZ/ISF/USMCA/KORUS).
• Provide leadership and direction of the global trade ‘specialist’ team members within the department and report to the Global Trade Manager.
• Provide assistance with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) related programs, such as Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Program (CTPAT), in an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Assist with the annual audit for CTPAT for HMGMA; evaluate all areas of the program for HMGMA and report to CBP.
• Coordinate ocean/air/truck transportation from point of import to point of sale/export.
• Arrange expedited transportation (air, trucking) to support and meet HMGMA production plan.
• Support and generate cost saving initiatives for logistics process.  

• Assist in the execution of the overall global trade strategies.
• Manage transportation and customs clearance process of KD parts and general purchasing items.

• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned that occur from time to time.
• Actively communicate with Global Trade Manager to ensure clear and consistent decisions
• Support related activities, events, and tasks

How Will You Make An Impact:

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant, and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.

What You Will Bring To The Role:

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Extensive knowledge and experience working in US customs clearance and transportation. (FTA/FTZ/ISF/C-TPAT/USMCA/KORUS) department in a related field
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
• US Customs clearance Experience is a must!
• Direct experience with import and expor.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products or equivalent applications
• Deep understanding of external market and current trends
• Experiences with customs clearance/transportation required.

Preferred:

• Job related experience in automotive or related industry.
• 3+ Years of Freight Forwarding Experience
• 5+ Years of Supervisory Experience & Experience in Customs Brokerage
• Extensive experience working in procurment department in a related field.

Competency Based: 

• Working with a team
• Planning and organizing
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Strategic thinking and mindset
• Willingness for transformational changes
• Flexibility

Travel Requirement

• Domestic / International travel required.

What HMGMA Can Offer You:

• HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
• HMGMA benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.

Other Information

• FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary
• When submitting a resume for this position, I understand that this information may be used to create a registration with the Georgia Department of Labor on Employ Georgia.

Other Details:

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.