Job Description

Who We Are :

Lamex Foods, Inc. - One of the world's largest privately owned frozen and chilled food importers/exporters. Lamex Food Group is a worldwide network with 23 Lamex offices in 21 countries.

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Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for overseeing import and export trade operations from a compliance standpoint by performing the following duties.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manages and updates all policies and procedures related to import and export trade compliance, including updating Compliance Manuals on an annual basis.

• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and appropriate email, instant messaging, and regular interpersonal communication.

• Periodically provides training to employees regarding relevant procedures and how their positions may impact compliance issues.

• Audits recordkeeping files and LACE to ensure that records noted in the recordkeeping checklist are being maintained. (See 3.1 of Procedures Manual.)

• Fields internal trade compliance questions from Lamex employees, external partners, and/or regulatory/government agencies.

• Maintains tariff classification and rulings folder with support for determination and update classification database and LACE system.

• Obtains quota for Canadian poultry imports annually and maintains related information and documentation, including transfers between companies.

• On semiannual basis, conducts random sample representing 5% of all US imports and exports to confirm that tariff classifications are correct, reported values are correct and relevant documentation is in the file. Reports identified discrepancies to CBP and CBSA, as appropriate.

• Manages American Goods Returned “AGR” Program. Reviews AGR checklist to make sure required documentation supporting claims is in the file.

• Maintains regular, continual contact with foreign suppliers providing products for import to refresh them on these programs with documentation and training.

• Presents compliance programs to customers on commercial visits for commercial value. Understands organic compliance and what is required. Maintains Lamex organic certifications. Confirms validity of organic certificates with certification bodies.

• Arranges sampling and testing of poultry supplied to Vietnam pet treat manufacturers. Registers and maintains trademarks.

• Ensures certificates of liability insurance are on file for all transportation companies used in US and Canada; checks each for compliance twice per year.

• Monitors new suppliers and customers to ensure they are not part of a government Sanction List or FDA Alert List.

• Maintain relationship with Customs Brokers.

• Assists with any audit or penalty review, as necessary.

• Maintains documentation supporting any compliance audits conducted by department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in trade, compliance, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 Annual

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