Customs Auditor (Contract)

Segula Technologies is a global engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions across industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, rail, and life sciences. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in France, Segula operates in over 30 countries, driving technological advancements, improving industrial performance, and supporting clients throughout the product lifecycle.

With expertise in design, manufacturing, testing, and project management, Segula helps businesses tackle complex engineering challenges while fostering innovation and sustainability.

This position coordinates Customs post-entry audit and broker oversight activities and ensures that all import entries filed under our Importer of Record number are in accordance with Customs and Border Protection regulations and company import procedures and policies. The position is also responsible for submitting Customs ACH duty and fee records for payment confirmation to Accounts Payable.

Customs Auditing:  50%

• Audit all 7501 customs entries according to established audit procedures.

• Evaluate Broker performance with monthly spreadsheets; maintain monthly and annual statistics regarding broker performance.

• Facilitate quarterly broker review meetings 

• Ensure that all established compliance procedures are being followed.

• Submit a weekly and monthly customs compliance status report.

• Compile supporting information for CF28s and CF29s, ISA audit and other inquiries as needed.

• Compile supporting information and corrections for Rejects and Census warnings.

• Maintain effective follow-up procedures on all reply and action items.   

• Serve as back-up support for the Classification Specialist in their absence

Root Cause and Corrective Action Coordination:  20%

• Research any discrepancies between receiving and the customs entry.

• Request PEA corrections for entries as needed; reply to CF28s and CF29 with manager approval. 

• Ensure that all established compliance procedures are being followed.

Data Analytics: 20%

• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems  

• Develop robust and open working relationships with key business and operational partners enabling the free flow of business-critical information.

• Translate financial information into usable and relevant operational information to drive performance through implementable actions.

• Provide and communicate quantitative & qualitative data to support and facilitate business decision making.

• Analyse and extract relevant information from data to support business decision

• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate information within the organization

Administration/Invoice Management:  10%

• Audit PO, Invoice, and Entry Summary to Payment to ensure customs compliance.

• Maintain records of AHI Customs related documents according to Records Retention policies and CFR 163.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 

• Six (6) years experience within a warehouse/distribution or manufacturing environment.  

• Three (3) years experience of import/export and auditing procedures and processes. 

• Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license) 

• Knowledge of US Customs rules and regulations.  

• An understanding of Import/Export and Auditing processes and procedures.

• Strong customer service focus

• Attention to detail / detail oriented

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English

• Ability to tailor communication style to meet internal or external customer needs. 

• Functional Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

• Functional Experience with ERP Software (SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc…)

 

Preferred:

• Knowledge/Experience in Aviation/Aerospace Industry

• One (1)  year Foreign Trade Zone experience

• Certified Customs Specialist Certification

• Customs Broker License

• Integration Point or other FTZ /trade compliance systems

• SAP experience

Aerospace/Part Manufacturing/Warhousing/Parts Distribution experience is critical to this role.

 

Here’s a heads-up of the upcoming steps:

• Phone Interview with Recruiter: We’ll begin with an introductory call to discuss your background and interest in the role. Please make sure to add your correct phone number. You will hear from us soon. 
• Interview with the Hiring Manager
• Offer Letter: We´ll extend you an offer and start the onboarding process.
• Background Check & DOT Drug Screen: This step involves conducting a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal history, and other relevant records. Additionally, a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening will be carried out to ensure compliance with federal regulations for safety-sensitive positions
• You start your next challenge!