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Looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to join our traffic department. This person will assist in the execution of day to day customer service and operational tasks for the traffic department which includes air and ocean transportation. Duties include but are not limited to: gather tracking and tracing information and perform daily tasks and keep customers, import staff and sales informed of shipment status.

Requirements:
Minimum 1 year experience
Strong computer skills
Problem solving/decision making
Time mangement
Must be able to multi task
Attention to detail and accuracy
Team oriented

Looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to join our traffic department. This person will handle the execution of day to day customer service and operational tasks for the traffic department which includes air and ocean transportation. Job duties entail but are not limited to: gather tracking and tracing information as needed and perform necessary tasks to keep the import department, sales and customers informed of current shipment status.

Minimum 1 year experience required.

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Graco, Inc. has been named one of the Top Workplaces in the Twin Cities metropolitan area by the Minneapolis Star Tribune newspaper, ranking third in the Large Publicly Held Companies category.

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We currently have an exciting opportunity with our Contractor Equipment Division in Rogers, MN for a Trade Compliance Supervisor.

PURPOSE OF JOB:
Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Trade Compliance functions within the Logistics Department ensuring the design and execution of operational processes and procedures meet and/or exceed all domestic and international regulations governing import/ export activities.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES/DUTIES:
Oversee and provide leadership for the day-to-day Trade Compliance function.
Perform staff management and administrative duties of: recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and disciplinary actions. Provides input and monitors adherence to staffing and budgetary requirements and executes department performance standards.
Collaborate with Department Manager and Legal Department to set the strategic direction of the Trade Compliance function ensuring tactical activities are completed within full compliance and alignment with strategy.
Provide analytical reporting to Manager to monitor and enhance logistics department performance.
Liaise with the Legal Department on regulatory and legal issues.
Confirm or determine and maintain appropriate origin declarations/marking and trade/preference program qualifications of imported products, components and parts.
Confirm or determine and maintain product classifications for import/export.
Work with Legal Department, IT and other departments in the selection, testing and implementation of automated tools and processes for trade compliance enhancements to ERP and other business systems.
Draft export license applications, secure export licenses and manage decremation.
Develop standard import/export work procedures for logistics functions and related functions.
Ensure processes for electronic import/export information submittals are timely and accurate.
Conduct periodic import/export self-assessments.
Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Essential:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
5+ years Trade Compliance experience with prior supervisory/ leadership experience.
Thorough knowledge of EAR and CPB regulations.
Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Working knowledge and experience using BIS, Census Bureau, and CBP system applications.
Demonstrated ability of successful implementation of trade compliance program.
Understand domestic and international regulations governing import/export activities.

Desirable:
License Customs Broker
Previous Oracle experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics describes here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (FT/PT, hours, shift, noise, etc.):

The associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise levels in the work environment are typically low.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Lifting, dexterity, coordination, mobility, etc.):

The associate is frequently required to sit and must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for both professional development and career progression. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement. Our expectations are high. That's why we are always looking to hire the brightest and the best!

For more information or to submit your resume for consideration, go to www.graco.com and apply online.

All applicants must submit an online application to be considered.

Customs Brokerage/Associate Customer Service Representative
Job Number: 890140_07162010_MM

FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage is searching for an Associate Customer Service Representative at our Bloomington, MN location. The primary purpose of this position is to:

• Provide and ensure a high level of customer service by developing and maintaining a strong relationship with customers' front line personnel in the various operating divisions and subsidiaries.
• Prepare, analyze, and/or submit documentation to the appropriate parties (U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), agents, clients) in order to ensure they are in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations relating to CBP and transportation.
• Anticipate, identify, and resolve problems which could delay the timely release or movement of freight.
• Maintain relationships with correspondent brokers, the company, and other service providers to ensure that agents exceed the customers' service requirements.
• Resolve banking and letter of credit problems. Advise customers on payment terms.
• Resolve billing issues and ensure that invoicing and vendor payments are billed accurately.
• Complete accurate data input or corrections into computer files.
• Obtain payment on delinquent accounts and/or complete accounting adjustment forms for review.
• Develop rates and/or provide quotes for the movement of freight. Research and negotiate carrier rates.
• Resolve billing issues, coordinate post entry activity on customer's behalf.

The incumbent(s) of this position is expected to perform all other related duties as assigned.

Incumbent may be required to physically lift or transport freight.

Incumbent may be required to be available for off-site and overtime cargo clearing on an as-needed basis.

When requested, will accompany managers/supervisors on customer calls.

High School diploma/equivalent. Proficient computer skills. Strong customer service, organizational and communication (written/oral) skills. Strong knowledge of CBP regulations and other federal regulations and requirements with respect to specific area of expertise (Customs House Broker (CHB), Air Transportation, Ocean Transportation, Surface Transportation). CHB: proficient in Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and familiar with the HTS system. Air Transportation: Department of Commerce and Treasury regulations such as export licensing and Schedule B Tariff classifications. Banking requirements for International Trade Regulations regarding dangerous goods, shipping and foreign regulations. Ocean Transportation: BSA - ICC 400/500/322. Hazardous materials, Shipping Act of 1984, plant quarantine, USDA regulations, SGS & other independent surveyor and tariff requirements. Surface Transportation: Regulations for import/export; DOT basic math skills for conversions to metric and currency evaluations. One (1) year of work/field experience preferred.

FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage (FDX-NYSE) is a leading U.S. provider of international logistics services throughout North America. FedEx Trade Networks Transport and Brokerage specializes in customs brokerage, international freight forwarding, transportation, warehousing and national distribution, duty drawback, trade consulting, cargo insurance, and public and private seminars.

FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage offers a challenging work environment with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Please apply online at https://fedex.com/careers and search for job ID 890140_07162010_MM