Temporary Manager Foreign Trade Zone

• Act as the company subject matter expert regarding FTZ operations and leveraging zones for the benefit of MGI (including duty savings, supply chain velocity, product launches, consolidations, etc.)
• Develop, implement and maintain internal FTZ operating procedures
• Assist in risk management for FTZ purposes by reviewing CBP documentation, auditing FTZ transactions, complying with CBP and FTZ Board requirements
• Act as primary relationship liaison with CBP on behalf of MGI to ensure proper FTZ procedures and facilitate relationships with FDA, FCC, Fish & Wildlife, and Other Government Agencies as necessary
• Ensure FTZ related data and supporting documentation for submission of 214, 3461, 7501, 7512 forms to CBP on a daily, weekly and periodic basis are filed
• Ensure annual FTZ Board reports and CBP annual reconciliation reports are prepared. Prepare and file electronic In-Bond and Permit to Transfer applications to streamline the respective FTZ supply chain process
• Oversee and/or operate FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems by managing daily inventory balances; monitoring zone admission data; and conducting weekly estimate (import and export) process. Work to proactively address and resolve any inventory issues; verify inventory transactions, including but not limited to receipts, shipments and inventory adjustments; investigate and take action on overages and shortages; and participate in cycle counts and / or physical inventory activities on a high level but continuous basis
• Oversee and/or initiate customs entries, export transactions, and zone-to-zone transfers for merchandise leaving the zone.
• Ensure that all FTZ records are maintained and readily retrievable in accordance with the applicable recordkeeping regulations
• Ensure that the FTZ Operations Manuals are kept up to date and accurately reflect current operations and practices
• Keep up to date on legislative changes impacting Foreign Trade Zones
• Provide internal FTZ Compliance training
• Developing a process to document and report FTZ generated savings
• Assist Director of Operations with projects and initiatives
• Maintains Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes within Integration Point software.
• Assist with CTPAT programs

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in the fields of Supply Chain, Logistics/Distribution, Finance, Accounting, International Business or a similar field of study
• Minimum 7 years of Business/Operations experience, including 5 years of FTZ Operations experience. Additional experience in Customs, Materials Management, Manufacturing Operations, and/or Finance is a plus
• People Management experience required
• The Manager must have a good working knowledge and understanding of Foreign Trade Zones, compliant zone operations, and Inventory Control and Recordkeeping systems. He or she should be familiar with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regulations, FTZ Board Regulations, and other publications that may affect the operations of zones. The Manager must be aware of all aspects of operating a zone and be actively involved in continuing education.
• Knowledge of C-TPAT processes
• SAP and Integration/Point Software literate
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Certification Requirements Accredited Zone Specialist (AZS) preferred. Licensed Customs Broker or other related certifications a plus
• Ability to travel as needed (Domestic and International)

• The base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 per year. Base salary is determined by individualized factors such as experience and market location. Depending on company and individual performance, this position also may be eligible for an annual bonus.(this line only for bonus eligible employees)

  As a benefit eligible position, this role enjoys access to our medical plans, dental plans, vision plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Dismemberment & Death Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement program, 401(k), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Parental Leave, Legal Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Critical Illness Insurance, Watch Accommodations/Discounts, Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays!

  Benefits described above are subject to change and/or may be modified at the Company' discretion based on business needs or applicable laws.

  DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCIES

  Movado Group, Inc. designs, sources, and distributes MOVADO, MVMT, OLIVIA BURTON, EBEL, CONCORD, COACH, TOMMY HILFIGER, HUGO BOSS, LACOSTE, and CALVIN KLEIN watches worldwide, and operates Movado company stores in the United States.

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Movado Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.