Customs Trade Specialist - Remote - Full-time

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 17,000 associates who work at Five Below and they'll tell you there's no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.

It's all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!

This position can be remote but is preferred to be located in Philadelphia, PA. Relocation assistance is available for anyone willing to relocate to Philadelphia.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Five Below is seeking a Customs Trade & Compliance Specialist to join our growing Trade and Customs Team. This person will help ensure Five Below Inc.'s adherence to U.S. import compliance regulations and requirements. This position will work cross-functionally with the supply chain and merchandising teams, as well as Product Development, product suppliers, and Customs Brokers. The Specialist will assist with import-related documentation, product classification support, PGA applicability, FTA & GSP review, C-TPAT Program administration, and other risk elements such as ADD/CVD applicability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Product review and determination of relevant import requirements with US Customs and Broder Protection (CBP) and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations, tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and IPR requirements.
• Subject matter expert in designated product commodity departments, working closely with key buying and merchandising stakeholders.
• Respond to daily inquiries from customs brokers, government agencies, vendors, and internal partners.
• Support with research and provide strategic insights regarding Global Trade processes, policies, and regulations as it relates to assigned product areas.
• Support compliance-related projects, as needed. (Compliance Manuals and work instructions, FTAs if applicable, Focused Assessments, PEA, CBP inquiries, etc.)
• Demonstrate continuous improvement through supporting with initiatives associated with process management and automated solutions.
• Support in preparation of Binding Ruling requests for submission to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• Internal Database and Record maintenance for products, HTS, PGA, etc.

MINIMUM Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred or equivalent experience and training directly related to the role's responsibilities
• 3-5 years' experience in customs brokerage or importer environment.
• Solid background with product classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, including experience with PGAs and sets/kits. Ability to interpret and apply GRI(s).
• Trade Programs (FTAs) and/or Generalized System of Preference qualification experience
• Experience communicating and working with Customs Brokers, Freight Forwarders, and US Customs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in retail industry
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or
• Licensed Customs Broker
• Experience with Global Trade Management (GTM) software, Bamboo Rose, RMS Oracle

• Foreign Trade Zone knowledge a plus
• Experience navigating Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements, and AD/CVD management
• Strong ACE reporting and data analysis

SKILLS

• Ability to change directions quickly and adapt to new situations
• Excellent oral & written communication. Ability to effectively communicate trade related information to internal and external partners.
• Microsoft Office products (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, etc.), especially advanced excel data analysis skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make decisions and execute with limited oversight
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

BE AWARE OF FRAUD! Please be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiter activity by persons that are posing as a Five Below recruiters. Please confirm that the person you are working with has an @fivebelow.com email address. Additionally, Five Below does NOT request financial information or payments from candidates at any point during the hiring process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please visit Five Below's Careers Site at www.fivebelow.com/info/careers to verify the posting.