We are seeking a dynamic supply chain professional to join our customers Parts, Garments & Accessories division as the Sourcing Lead – Trade Compliance. This critical new role is responsible for spearheading the management and mitigation of trade compliance duties and tariff efforts for our customers renowned brands. This strategic position is designed for a professional eager to enhance the understanding of trade compliance impacts for parts and accessories imported from suppliers outside the U.S. The role focuses on total cost management and pursuing mitigation efforts to reduce avoidable expenses while ensuring compliance with existing and new regulations. Your expertise will drive our customer to achieve world-class standards in trade compliance while maximizing supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits!

Work Schedule:

• High-energy hybrid office environment (3-4 days in office, 1-2 days of flexibility).
• Able to travel up to 10%, including regular visits to key suppliers and our customers engineering and manufacturing facilities.

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401K

• Associate Referral Program

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and improve procedures related to HTS classification, Section 301, and AD/CVD specific to sourcing strategies.
• Identify needs for process improvements.
• Analyze Section 301 exclusion opportunities and duty savings; partner cross-functionally to develop and implement plans to mitigate impacts on our customer.
• Partner with Trade Compliance to ensure proper country of origin verification and documentation for customer parts and accessories.
• Liaise with the Trade Compliance team to prioritize classification of urgent shipments due to unpredictable supply chain issues.
• Audit AD/CVD decisions to identify and develop management/mitigation plans for impacted parts and accessories.
• Collaborate with Trade Compliance to identify compliance risks and opportunities.
• Work with logistics personnel, sourcing, and suppliers to address import issues and challenges.
• Assist with auditing and fact-finding exercises specific to our customers parts and accessories.
• Foster robust alliances with the Global Sourcing team to synergize on strategy and optimize shared supplier relations.
• Support a seamless transition of products from developmental stages to full-scale production in collaboration with the purchasing team.
• Advocate for the customer Development Process, ensuring projects meet the gold standard in cost-efficiency, quality, and delivery.
• Support the development, production, and successful launch of accessory products, setting the pace for industry innovation.
• Analyze project costs and performance, spearheading corrective actions and strategic cost reduction initiatives related to tariffs, duties, and other import-related expenses.
• Complete ad hoc projects for various internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field, or 2 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ work experience in supply chain, manufacturing, international logistics, and inventory management.
• Proven negotiation skills, coupled with exceptional communication and analytical abilities.
• Solid understanding of engineering documentation, manufacturing controls, and technical specifications.
• Stellar organizational skills with the capability to juggle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in Foreign Trade Zone, US CBP regulations, and compliance is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the hours necessary to accomplish the job duties, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.

Physical Requirements:

-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain

Job Family: Analytics & Intelligence

Address: 2100 Minnesota 55

Primary Location: US-MN-Medina

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2414784