Customs Compliance Analyst, FTZ

CTDI is a large-scale Engineering Repair and Logistics company that services the countrys largest wireless telecommunications providers as well as the largest High-speed Internet & Cable providers. CTDI has over 11000 FT US Employees in over 60 world class US Operations. CTDI also has a global footprint with more than 20000 employees worldwide.

The Customs Compliance Analyst supports CTDIs import and export compliance programs by ensuring adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations applicable trade laws and company policies. This position is responsible for reviewing customs transactions maintaining regulatory documentation supporting audits monitoring trade compliance requirements and assisting with import and export processes. This role supports continuous improvement initiatives designed to reduce compliance risk maintain regulatory compliance and improve operational efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review import/export transactions for compliance.
• Assist with classifications valuation COO determinations.
• Prepare and maintain import/export customs and FTZ documentation and filings.
• Partner with brokers forwarders carriers customers and internal teams.
• Monitor shipment activity and investigate discrepancies.
• Support FTZ duty savings and trade preference programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Maintain regulatory records.
• Support audits reviews and investigations.
• Respond to customs inquiries and compliance requests.
• Review transactions documentation and compliance data to identify risks trends anomalies improvements and corrective actions.
• Support development and maintenance of procedures SOPs work instructions and internal controls.
• Prepare reports summaries metrics and audit support documentation.
• Reconcile information across ERP WMS customs broker and FTZ systems.
• Review and validate FTZ transaction activity.
• Perform FTZ inventory reconciliations and accuracy reviews.
• Prepare and maintain FTZ records filings and annual reporting submissions.
• Review FTZ filings and related documentation.
• Collaborate with operational teams customers brokers and agencies to resolve compliance issues.
• Support ACE Portal FTZ software ERP WMS and trade compliance system activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on compliance efficiency and data integrity.
• Assist with compliance training and regulatory communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in customs compliance global trade compliance import/export operations customs brokerage logistics or a related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and import/export compliance requirements.
• Experience reviewing customs documentation shipment records and trade compliance transactions.
• Familiarity with customs entry processes tariff classification customs valuation and country-of-origin requirements.
• Experience working with customs brokers freight forwarders carriers and government agencies.
• Strong analytical problem-solving organizational and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel Outlook Word PowerPoint and Teams.
• Experience working with ERP systems WMS platforms ACE Portal or trade compliance systems preferred.
• Familiarity with FTZ admissions transfers withdrawals consumption entries inventory reconciliation processes and FTZ recordkeeping requirements.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience supporting Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) bonded warehouse duty drawback or trade preference programs.
• Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and customs valuation methodologies.
• Familiarity with Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements export controls and international trade regulations.
• Experience supporting compliance reviews audits investigations and corrective action initiatives.
• Experience analyzing large data sets and identifying trends anomalies compliance risks and process improvement opportunities.
• Working knowledge of SAP Oracle ACE Portal Copper Hill or similar trade compliance systems.
• Experience within a distribution logistics manufacturing repair or reverse logistics environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and influence compliance-focused outcomes.
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) Certified Export Specialist (CES) Certified Zone Specialist (CZS) Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or similar trade compliance certification preferred.
• Experience working with FTZ systems ACE Portal CBP electronic filing platforms ERP systems WMS applications and trade compliance software preferred.
• Experience supporting Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) operations inventory controls reconciliation activities compliance reviews or related trade compliance programs preferred.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management International Business Logistics Business Administration Trade Compliance or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Warehouse environment

You will love working in our family-oriented company! When you join our family you will enjoy perks such as:

• Weekly pay every Thursday
• Monthly Incentive Bonus
• Positive team-oriented inclusive workplace
• Health Dental Vision & Prescription Coverage
• Paid holidays vacation & sick/personal time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Authorization

• United States (Required)
• Must be 18 years of age

Apply today to join our dynamic team! CTDI offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and has been a growing leader in the telecommunications field for over 40 years. Come put our successful history behind your career!

CTDI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at CTDI including recruitment hiring training advancement and termination.

This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.

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Required Experience:

IC