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Position Overview:

The Import Trade Compliance Specialist is primarily responsible for coordinating & executing import compliance work required under Federal, State, Local and global laws. The Import Specialist will assist a variety of business areas in preparing necessary documentation and processes related to the monitorship and compliance generally; will prepare and maintain compliance reports related to import issues; and will proactively identify and mitigate import compliance risks and exposures throughout DigiKey.

This is not exclusively an essential onsite role, though may require some onsite attendance.

Schedules:
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Hybrid)
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Hybrid)
Monday - Friday, 12:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. (Remote)

Responsibilities:

• Pre-entry verification of shipments into the FTZ

• Assist with zone to zone transfers (TRF to Fargo, Fargo to TRF)

• Assist with Entry paperwork for consumption entries

• Assist with gathering information for auditing and reporting functions completed by Import Trade Compliance Manager

• Audit for accuracy of part record details prior to FTZ activation

• Spot checks of part record accuracy (C of O, quantity, etc.)

• Assisting with information gathering for drawback claims

• Taking on additional responsibilities from Senior Trade Compliance Specialist or Trade Compliance Manager

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Bachelor's Degree in International Business, Economics, Business Administration or similar area of study or equivalent, relevant work experience (preferred)

• Zero to Four years of Trade Compliance experience

• Zero to Three years of experience working at Digi-Key with experience in Sales, PDC, Logistics, Shipping or Customer Service

• Candidate has a strong understanding of the various functions of Digi-Key, how they work together as well as the industry Digi-Key operates in

• Candidate has strong knowledge of Digi-Key brand and its principles

• Must be well versed in Import compliance 

• Knowledge in the following tools/systems/software: ACE, FileNet, Broker/Carrier Portals, WinDECS, Microsoft Office Suite

• Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen

• Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body

• Must be able to perform the following behavioral competencies; attention to detail, communication proficiency, customer/client focus, ethical conduct, initiative, manages execution, personal effectiveness/credibility, positive attitude, problem solving, professionalism, project management, thoroughness and time management

Tools/Systems/Software:

• ACE

• FTZ management software

• FileNet

• Broker/Carrier Portals

• WinDECS

• Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements:

• Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen
• Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is:

$20.00

to

$27.50

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate’s work experience in related roles; the candidate’s knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position.

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DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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