KERING Trade Compliance Specialist

KERING Trade Compliance Specialist

Job Family: Logistics and Supply Chain

Job Title: Trade Compliance Specialist

Location: Wayne, NJ

A global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods and Jewelry: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735 as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow’s Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: “Empowering Imagination”.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Stay abreast of the latest trade regulations, customs laws, and Import/Export requirements in both the US and Canada.
• Ensure company activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of all import and export transactions.
• Prepare and review shipping documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
• Interface with relevant government agencies such as the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and other regulatory bodies.
• Facilitate communication and compliance with agencies involved in trade, including but not limited to FDA, EPA, and other applicable departments.
• Conduct risk assessments related to trade compliance and develop strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and enhance compliance procedures.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure adherence to trade compliance policies.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on trade compliance matters.
• Ability to analyze data to draw strategic conclusions for corrective action

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, International Relations, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years in trade compliance, preferably with a focus on both the US & Canada
• Customs Broker’s License Required
• In-depth knowledge of US and Canadian Import/Export regulations.
• Strong understanding of customs procedures and documentation requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and government agencies.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with trade management software and systems.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office packages (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)