Import/Export Specialist Job at Umicore, La Vergne, TN

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  • Umicore
  • La Vergne, TN

Job Description

About Umicore

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do? 

About Cobalt & Specialty Materials

Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore’s expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Umicore’s materials are at the heart of products we use every day such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints and tyres. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals and reduce environmental impacts. To meet the demands of our customers we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in. 

What you will be doing

As our Import/Export Specialist, you will arrange and facilitate import and export shipments to ensure products are received on a timely and cost-efficient basis in compliance with all legal requirements.  Specifically, this will include:

  • Arranging international bookings;
  • Tracking all shipments and international transactions;
  • Initiating and coordinating international banking transactions, including direct collections and letters of credit;
  • Collecting documents from foreign suppliers and creating documentation needed for U.S. customs clearance;
  • Carrying out procedures and practices for U.S. customs valuation reconciliation;
  • Distributing pre-delivery notifications and material documentation to receiving facilities;
  • Ensuring compliance with Export Administration Regulations;
  • Filing the Electronic Export Information or supplying accurate information and instructions to freight forwarders;
  • Reconciling bills, correcting errors, and assisting with the resolution of billing issues;
  • Assisting sales and purchasing with pricing by quoting international freight rates, providing guidance on Incoterms, and maintaining documentation on tariff codes, duty rates, and import restrictions and regulations; and,
  • Performing other duties as needed.

Who we are looking for

Our success is based on individuals who are ready to make the most of their skills and tackle any challenges they face.  An Associate's degree or combination of comparable education and/or experience, with at least three years' related experience in international shipments and customs compliance is required.  You should have high levels of motivation and initiative, strong organizational skills, and a team spirit.  We will also be looking for:

  • Strong computer skills and experience using Excel;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Ability to communicate professionally and courteously in written and verbal communication; and,
  • Ability to solve logistical problems.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do? 

Additional Details

This is primarily an on-site position located at the Palm Commodities International, LLC facility in LaVergne, TN, with potential to work remotely a maximum of two days/week.  The facility is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace, and pre-employment drug-testing is required.

Our benefits package includes two health insurance, dental, and vision plan options, company paid life insurance and short/long term disability, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, and identity theft protection.  We also offer a 401K Plan with employer matching and profit-sharing eligibility.  Regular bonuses are also available.  We recognize 12 paid holidays and provide three weeks' paid vacation plus additional paid sick time.

Umicore is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

If you need assistance applying for this position, please contact hr@palminc.com. 

IF MY EXPERTISE CAN CONTRIBUTE TO OUR COBALT SPECIALTY CHEMICALS FOR CERAMICS, IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD DO?

Job Tags

Holiday work, Temporary work, Remote job, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,

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