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Transport / Trade Compliance Specialist

Sandvik SMS Logistics in Hebron, KY is looking for a

Transport / Trade Compliance Specialist

Sandvik Machining Solutions (SMS), a business area segment within Sandvik Group, is a global market-leading manufacturer of tools and tooling systems for advanced industrial metal cutting. SMS is comprised of an exciting portfolio that holds some of the strongest brands on the market, as well as divisions in the areas of additive manufacturing, digital manufacturing, and logistics. In 2023, sales were approximately 49 billion SEK with about 20,300 employees globally.

SMS Logistics is responsible to ensure that any product, ordered anywhere in the world, arrives at our customers in time, free of damage, in compliance with all international laws and regulations – at the lowest possible cost and lowest impact to the environment. At the SMS Logistics Distribution Center in Hebron Kentucky, we distribute products within the North, South and Central America Regions.

Mission

As a Transport / Trade Compliance Specialist, you will play a critical role in the management, control and analysis of freight costs as well as ensure international transactions are in compliance with all US Customs and Border Protection and other government agencies. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, carriers and customs brokers to drive cost, efficiency, and performance improvements.

Responsibilities

Validate invoiced freight costs to ensure accuracy against carrier contracts and communicate with carrier on any billing discrepancies and drive resolution and receipt of corrected billing.
Upload invoice data into SAP Transport to Pay module and Power BI Analytics program.
Monitor and analyze carrier freight costs and identify trends or anomalies. Provide suggested corrective action to mitigate cost changes.
File transportation related claims and work with carriers where patterns in cargo claims are identified.
Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including carrier on time performance and freight cost per order line.
Perform denied party screening reviews using SAP GTS system and approve or escalate.
Coordinate response to customs brokers requests for information or additional documentation, Census Warning and ADD/CVD Case investigations.
C-TPAT / Supply Chain Security procedure review and update, including supplier agreements and sustainability audit review.
Audit import and export filings as per Sandvik Compliance House requirements and follow up on post entry and duty drawback entries.
Identify compliance risk or issues with transport processes and drive process improvement by evaluating potential solutions and implementing improvements.

Your Profile

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business / trade management or more than 5 years related business experience. Industry certifications CEE, CCS, or licensed customs broker a plus. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power BI. Experience with SAP, JDA, or other ERP systems, as well as CBP ACE system preferred. Flexibility, self-motivation, and pro-active attitude are a must. Excellent English skills both written and verbal are a must. At Sandvik, we strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.

Benefits

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

How To Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply online at: https://www.home.sandvik/en/careers/ apply to the Transport & Trade Compliance Specialist position, Job Requisition ID# R0076667

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at hrsolutions.us@sandvik.com. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

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