EY established a Global Trade - Center of Excellence (COE) to help clients manage export and import classifications, assist with Free Trade Agreements (FTA) solicitation and qualification analysis, and identify other government agencies (OGA) requirements.
The COE consists of a dedicated team of trained individuals responsible for analysing the technical characteristics of products and assigning proper export and import classifications, conducting analysis if products qualify for FTAs and identifying OGA requirements.
Your client responsibilities
- COE team members are responsible for reviewing the technical properties of a good, assigning the proper import classification based upon the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and assigning export classification numbers (ECN) for goods.
- COE team members are responsible for providing HTS and ECN numbers for various countries around the world using appropriate software tools and via collaboration with local EY Global Trade resources.
- COE team members are also responsible for conducting analysis whether products qualify for FTAs and also for identifying OGA requirements.
The role of the Classification COE Senior will include the following.
- Drive classification process and review analyst's deliverables
- Provides technical assistance to team members performing classification
- Tracks deadlines and due dates for all requested classifications and works closely with Manager and team members to prioritize and meet time frames
- Demonstrates an understanding of the client's industry, classification needs and deadlines works with team to meet deadlines with quality deliverables
- Provide in-depth analysis of controversial cases
Our people responsibilities
The Classification COE Senior will also be responsible for the following.
- Builds strong relationship with all team members mentoring Staff and working closely with the Manager
- Develops relationship with client and responds to client questions directly as appropriate
- Provides regular informal feedback to team members, including constructive feedback as well as recognizing outstanding work
- Develop, mentor and supervise Analysts and Advanced Analysts
Our team is dedicated to providing excellent client service and accurate classifications with fast turn-around time. Classification COE Senior are responsible for assigning classifications to staff members and reviewing all classifications for accuracy. Requirements (including experience, skills and additional qualifications)
Technical skills requirements
Classification COE Senior should have:
- Experience determining tariff classifications in accordance with the Harmonized Tariff System;
- Export Control classification knowledge is a plus
- Additionally, Classification COE Senior should have one or more of the following industry experience or educational background:
- An undergraduate degree in international trade or licensed customs broker
- Strong background/experiences/commodity expertise with machinery and equipment or electronics is a plus;
- Relevant experience working in biotechnology, medical technology and/or pharmaceutical industries (in capacities where understanding the technical aspects of the products is essential, commodity expertise exists).
Additional skills requirements
Proficiency with MS Windows, word processing, database and spreadsheet software;
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
Strong written/ verbal communication skills;
Ability to analyze regulations and procedures and relate them to operations;
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills;
Experience managing a team;
Fluency in English is required; and
Fluency in any other language is a plus
What we look for:
- We look for people who demonstrate drive, vision and determination and are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals. We look for high performers, who consistently deliver quality work while continually looking for ways to improve.
- We want people who understand the challenges of working in a professional services environment and are focused on achieving and delivering the best for our clients. We want people who have a clear sense of personal and professional accountability and know how to build relationships by doing the right thing.
What working at EY offers
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, were using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, well make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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