Job Description
Lead our North American import operations by managing compliance with US customs regulations, overseeing freight logistics, and serving as the key liaison between the company and customs authorities. This strategic role leads a team of Import Coordinators while ensuring efficient and compliant import processes for our oil and gas operations.
Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain a comprehensive import compliance program aligned with US Customs regulations
- Oversee daily processing of import shipments including document review, freight arrangements, and customs clearance
- Apply preferential duty programs and free trade agreements, particularly USMCA
- Lead responses to Customs inquiries and manage the Post Entry Audit Program
- Coordinate with Trade Compliance team on product classification per HTSUS
- Manage operational relationships with US Customs Brokers including SOPs and POAs
- Oversee ACH payments to Customs and approve import invoices
- Lead team of Import Coordinators and provide training on import compliance matters
- Conduct quarterly business reviews with customs brokers and establish department KPIs
- Identify process improvement opportunities through knowledge of valuation, bonded facilities, and duty-free treatments
Skills Required: - Comprehensive knowledge of US Trade Compliance Laws
- Strong understanding of international logistics, especially China-US trade
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Incoterms 2020
- Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks in a dynamic environment
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and transportation management systems
- Experience with US Customs ACE secure data portal
Qualifications Required: - Current U.S. Customs Broker's license
- Associate degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or equivalent combination of higher degree and experience
- Minimum 10 years managing imports for the oil and gas industry
- 4-6 years of management experience
- Experience with U.S. Customs Focused Assessments
Qualifications Preferred: - Experience with Oracle Transportation Management System
- JDE experience
- Knowledge of Canadian customs regulations
Position requires 10-20% travel and ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
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About Us
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Join Us: Weatherford is producing energy for today and tomorrow- with global opportunities as unlimited as your sense of adventure. Join us to make an impact on our customers, the industry, and the world.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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