Trade Compliance Principal Job Locations US-TX-Richardson Requisition # 2024-44799 Category Logistics/Supply Chain/Distribution Shift / Hours Regular Company Overview

Lennox (NYSE: LII) is an industry leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions founded over a century ago on the principles of integrity and innovation. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable, healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our cooling, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems.

Job Description

 

The Trade Compliance Principal will partner with other members of the company and play a leadership role in the strategic development and implementation of company-wide international trade compliance policies and programs.  This position will be primarily responsible for Lennox import/export compliance activities in the U.S.

 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Supervises the import/export process and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulationsEstablishes and enhances processes and procedures at the trade compliance programOversees and coordinates internal customs audit, keeps track of post entries issues, interacts/coordinates with the external auditor for external audit review, and process with U.S. Customs all the post entry correctionsDirects and recommends approval/rejection of marking waiver request Maintains records in accordance with customs record keeping requirementsEstablishes, implements and monitors metrics for measuring trade compliance effectiveness and continuous improvementCollaborates with customs officials, other government agencies, legal counsel and trade compliance consultantsProvides cross functional leadership, and training on trade complianceClassifies and reviews classification of parts, components, and finished products for import and export purposes according to the U.S. and International HTS regulations and procedures, Maintains the classification master database, reviews and improves classification procedures, and checks with the external auditor the following: 1.-classification, 2.-country of origin, 3.-valuation, 4.-preferential and free trade program, and 5.-U.S Customs Broker mistakes, relevant changes, corrections and disclosuresHandles and coordinates internal customs reviews, keeping track of post entries issues, interacts/coordinates with the external auditor for external audit review, and processing with the U.S team all the post entry corrections.Collaborates with other departments/teams to integrate import and export compliance within business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, sourcing, accounting, or shipping and receivingPerforms research valuation analysis, corrective action planning, and responding to any third-party inquiries

 

Qualifications

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or Finance and 5 years of international or domestic customs experience; or 10 years of international or domestic customs experienceU. S. Customs Brokers LicenseStrong USHTS classification backgroundAbility to work without supervisionStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to make appropriate decisions Ability to read engineering drawingsStrong presentation, and oral/written communication skillsGood interpersonal skills and team playerGood organizational, planning and follow-up skillsInvolvement with U.S. Customs ISA Program Involvement with the U.S. Customs C-TPAT ProgramSAP and GTS ExpertiseExperience with U.S. Import and Export Regulations, including ITAR regulations  Strong Project Management experienceWorking experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong U.S. Customs Broker working experience in classification and shipments clearance

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Lennox, we realize that our greatest assets are our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development of all our employees, largely promoting from within the organization. Lennox offers employees a variety of flexible work options.  This position is a hybrid role working Monday through Thursday in the office with the option to work on Friday at home.

 

Benefits:

Competitive base salaryExcellent medical plans designed to support healthy lifestylesMental and financial health programsOutstanding 401k with company match and 1-year bonus Employee Stock Purchase Program Community involvement opportunities Robust Employee Assistance ProgramRelocation assistance is available And much, much more!

The compensation range for this position is approximately $98,000 - $129,000 and will be based on the candidate’s qualification, experience, and education

 

WE VALUE DIVERSITY

 

Here at Lennox, we believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to build workplaces that reflect the communities where we live and work, support the growth and development of each team member as they strive to reach their full potential, and empower them to be their authentic selves.  Lennox is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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