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Ciena: Manager, US Import/Export Compliance

Date Posted: 07/16/2010
Company: Ciena
Position: Manager, US Import/Export Compliance
Location:
Linthicum, MD
 

Job Description:

Responsible for ensuring all Ciena business units, product lines, and US import/export operations are in compliance with US regulatory requirements that govern international trade activities. Accountable and responsible for the corporate relationship with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”).

Develops and implements policies/procedures relating to US import/export operations. Identifies and resolves trade compliance issues in accordance with Ciena policies and procedures and seeks to reduce costs associated with importing and exporting. Understands strategic goals of the company and develops a plan for integrating them with US trade compliance requirements. Coordinates with various groups within Ciena to ensure the highest efficiencies while maintaining the highest level of compliance.

Responsible for managing Ciena’s C-TPAT and ISA programs. Tactically executes on US import export policies implemented by Ciena’s Director of Import Export Compliance. Manages Ciena’s US brokers. Works directly with freight carriers to solve logistical issues and ensure compliance. Manages, trains, and develops a team of Import Export Analyst to properly execute Ciena’s compliance procedures.

Directs the planning and execution of in-house import/export awareness training programs designed to create and maintain a keen awareness of international trade issues within Ciena. Accountable and responsible for US trade compliance audit oversight and outsource relationship management as it relates to import/export compliance activities (brokers, carriers).

Specific Responsibilities

Will represent Ciena as a corporate contact for all US import/export matters, resolving any internal discrepancies and presenting one, unified corporate presence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”).

Executes on policies and procedures for the Ciena activities that effect US import/export compliance and security.

Ensures that shipping and customs documentation (import & export) specify the appropriate descriptions, tariff classification codes, country of origin, ECCN, and valuation for the appropriate products. This manager will also assist with the ECCN and HTS classification of products and assist in the development of automated solutions relating to Customs transactions, clearing shipments for export controls, order processing for export controls screening and licensing.

Ensures all related documents and supporting records are maintained as mandated by US government regulations to ensure that all imports and exports occur legally without interruption. Directs the examination of commercial invoices, shipping/entry documents, certifications and all other supporting import/export records to ensure accordance with regulations (Post-Entry Review).

Interfaces with foreign suppliers, procurement, international product supply, international trade R&D, product safety, overseas affiliates, foreign distributors and logistics/brokerage suppliers to provide information on product classification, valuation, country of origin, licensing and marking requirements. Determines and documents eligibility to participate in tariff preference programs, such as NAFTA, if applicable.

Manages broker and freight forwarder performance against Ciena policies and procedures as they relate to trade compliance activities. Assists in the strategic consolidation and selection of logistics/brokerage suppliers.

Candidate Profile

Licensed Customs Broker with a solid understanding of administering the movement of freight for an international organization.

Strong experience with/understanding of export administration and control requirements.

Knowledge of Oracle ERP environment is beneficial.

Must have demonstrated excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Must have demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills and public speaking experience.

Must have demonstrated excellent leadership and management skills, with emphasis on creating productive and cohesive team environment and motivating employees at all levels to encourage optimal performance.

Must have demonstrated the ability to work independently with initiative, while directing the work of others. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Must have demonstrated good basic math skills and the ability to utilize personal and mainframe computer systems in the production and maintenance of compliance documents and reports.

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required/Advanced Degree preferred

Licensed Customs Broker

Ten (10) years import/export operational experience.

At least 3 years management and supervisory experience.

Contact Information 

For immediate consideration please click the following link to apply online.

https://recruiting.ciena.com/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?akRegionCode=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY_PAGE&akRegionApplicationId=800&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&OAHP=IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&retainAM=N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=27596