Classification Analyst

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

REPORTING LINE Profiler and Classification Centre (PCC) Supervisor SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES · Provides the applicable HS code for subcontracted files, classification requests received from the affiliates and contested classification reported on SGS’ certificates. o Analyzes received classification cases. o Advises the relevant affiliate of the applicable HS code and the justification behind this within the required time frame. o Effects the HS code update, correction or amendment in the system based on the advised applicable HS code, as needed. · Registers resolved cases in the Classification Database. · Investigates classification automation issues referred by the affiliates and updates the matched automation trigger, as needed. · Handles risk management for assigned contracts. o Validates risk information provided by the affiliates as well as those found in various websites and Publisher reports. o Defines the key elements necessary for efficient matching. o Registers validated risk information in the Profiler application. o Conducts periodic reviews of the registered risk records to determine if the risks are still relevant and updates Profiler accordingly.

PROFILE · With University degree or minimum 5 years of experience related to the product of his field of expertise. · Technical work industry experience in automotive, food, textile, pharmaceuticals, electronics, machineries or any other industry. · Very good understanding and comprehension of the WCO HS General Interpretative Rules. · In-depth knowledge of ones’ technical and professional skills, and can relate these to HS classification. · Very good understanding, comprehension and application of the HSEN Sections, Chapters and the Explanatory Notes relating to the products of his specialization. · Proficient in written and oral communications. · Computer literate and knowledgeable in MS Office applications.