Import Export Coordinator

Job Title: Tariff Import/Export Coordinator

Duration:+6 months (Extension possible based on business needs)

Location: Franklin TN (Hybrid – 3 days/week on-site)

Pay Rate: $43-52/Hour on W2 (Depending on experience)

Role Summary:

This person will handle import and export operations, and compliance related to products used by the company. This role is primarily operations, with compliance being a close second.

Anyone with experience in ACE for global systems (Customs-related tool) tariffs and import/exports, and the basics of classifications for imports/exports work, will likely

be a match.

Duration:

Six-month contract for all roles. Extension or longer-term work is possible should the tariff landscape remain volatile. There is no guarantee of a longer duration.

Location:

Franklin, TN (South Nashville)

On-site 3 days a week for training on clients' tools and systems for the work.

If desired, they can work on-site five days a week, but it is not required (Very nice facility)

Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine and validate import documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Facilitate customs clearance procedures, either through brokerage services or self-brokerage protocols.

• Determine appropriate tariff codes for imported products to ensure correct classification and regulation compliance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges and contribute to continuous process improvement.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to evolving role requirements.

• Coordinating all related import and export functions with third-party service providers. This includes direct communication with vendors, custom brokers, and freight forwarders.

• Resolve issues and discrepancies during the customs clearance process.

• Prepare and process timely submission of commercial documentation to customs brokers for import & export shipments. Verify the accuracy of all freight documentation.

• Identify and resolve documentation issues promptly.

• Audit vendor invoices for payment. Resolve billing issues as required.

• Data entry in system for visibility and tracking.

• Maintain records of import/export activities and documents to ensure audit compliance.

• Prepare and analyze reports as required.

• Provide support during internal and external audits.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Operations, International Business, or a related field.

• Strong relationship-building skills.

• Proficient in research, analysis, and problem-solving.

• Detail-oriented and logical individual capable of making objective business decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong listening abilities.

• Customer service-oriented with a keen sense of priority and purpose.

• Organized, strong detail orientation, and accurate system data entry.

• Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and managing conflicting deadlines.

• Ability to meet changing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems.

• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of customs regulatory import/export requirements.

• Must be a self-starter with a sense of urgency.

• Proficiencies with MS Office products, ERP, and supply chain software systems.