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records of all FTZ activities, including merchandise admissions, inventory movements, and exports.
Oversee and reconcile FTZ inventory, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
Ensure trade operations has the necessary data to prepare and submit necessary customs forms (e.g., CBP Form 214, 7501, 7512) for FTZ operations and required reports to the FTZ Board and other relevant agencies
Work with internal teams (logistics, inventory, finance, trade operations) to ensure smooth FTZ operations
Provide guidance and support to internal teams on FTZ-related matters.
Investigate and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to FTZ operations.
Collaborate with Trade operations to Keep abreast of changes in U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ program guidelines.
Support Functions:
Collaborate with internal stakeholders in Logistics Operations, Global Trade, Finance, IT, and Legal.
Partner with Global Trade and local customs to ensure freight process designs and executions are following Applied trade policies.
Collaborate with external stakeholders including transportation providers, warehouse providers, and craters.
Ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in place inside Applied Operations and with Applied's Logistics Service Providers.
Success in this role requires the ability to effectively partner and directly or indirectly lead within a matrix, multi-site, global, cross functional team consisting of representatives from transportation operations, warehouse operations, engineering, manufacturing, finance, trade compliance, and other organizations. Must be able to effectively present to and influence vertically and horizontally inside Applied at all levels and functions. Must be able to exercise effective leadership with a team of highly motived and capable logistics professionals with a high degree of business acumen.
Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Operations, Transportation or Supply Chain.
Minimum 8 years relevant operations experience in Trade, Transportation, and Logistics disciplines.
2+ years of experience administering a foreign-trade zone or related import/export experience.
Demonstrated experience in leading logistics projects and new implementations.
Experience with SAP S/4Hana a plus.
Knowledge & Skills:
Strong understanding of FTZ operations and administration.
Strong understanding and market insights of Global Freight and Transportation.
Ability to demonstrate high sense of urgency.
Highly adaptable in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completing in a timely manner.
Internally driven and proactive in approach.
Attention to details and analytical in problem solving.
Strong ability to effectively communicate at all levels and collaborate with a culturally diversified cross functional team.
Knowledge in DMAIC, 8D and Six Sigma typed Quality methodologies is an asset.
Ability to adapt plans and priorities to meet service and / or operational challenges.
Understanding of U.S. import and export regulations, HTSUS merchandise classification, and FTZ procedures.
Experience with FTZ software, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
Job Nature
Full Time Employee / Day Job
Location Based: Austin
Travelling 10% based on project requirements
Customs brokerage falls under trade ops. This person will work with the trade ops FTZ specialist.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Skills
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
4 - 7 Years
Work Experience:
Additional Information
Shift:
10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
Referral Payment Plan:
Employee Referral (Standard)
U.S. Salary Range:
$96,000.00 - $132,000.00
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.