AUNZ Trade Compliance PM, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and we've designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. This position may require access to information technology or hardware that is subject to export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment in this position is contingent upon obtaining any required export licenses or other approvals from the United States government. As such the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain any necessary export licenses or approvals based on their nationality citizenship and any other factors considered by the applicable export control regulations. Key job responsibilities Manage import and export customs compliance for Kuiper goods including but not limited to harmonized tariff classifications country of origin determination product valuation reporting import license applications and mandatory reporting for APAC region focusing on Australia and New Zealand. Review import documents for accuracy and completeness Support Kuiper's customs brokers with necessary data to enable entry filing for Kuiper. Monitor entry status of imports and provide updates to concerned departments of any holds or delays. Take action to respond timely and compliantly to import holds (e.g. Customs / Other Government Authority holds). Upload and maintain electronic import files in record retention repository for audit purposes. Complete HTS classification for Kuiper imports maintenance of items database in ERP system support to HTS challenges work with direct manager and Legal on classification rulings as required. Analyze customs tariffs & duty rates and drive duty mitigation strategy and program. Maintain Kuiper customs compliance work instructions and SOPs manage document revisions and support the continuous process improvement of Kuiper's customs compliance program. Manage customs compliance internal controls program to ensure compliance with regulations governing imports across APAC region focusing on Australia and New Zealand. Generate and communicate metrics of imports including transit time compliance accuracy cost customs broker performance and relevant data for Kuiper's leadership. Conduct internal assessments of compliance controls and implement necessary corrective actions. Provide compliance training to new employees and cross-functional teams and keep training records. Analyze and interpret regional import regulations and own change management processes to implement changes as needed. Collaborate with supply chain procurement finance tax and engineering functions to maintain compliance across import / export programs. A day in the life Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Mentorship & Career Growth Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. About the team The AU / NZ Trade Compliance PM has the primary responsibility of ensuring Kuiper's compliance with laws and regulations in all countries where we operate. Reporting to the Sr. Manager Global Trade the AU / NZ Trade Compliance PM will promote the sustainability and longevity of Kuiper's customs compliance program by developing and implementing guidelines and procedures for customs compliance policy and coordinating activities involved in daily import transactions including but not limited to harmonized tariff classifications country of origin determination product valuation reporting import license applications customs and other mandatory reporting dealing with exception shipments handling free trade agreements among others. As a critical member of our Global Trade & Compliance Team the AU / NZ Trade Compliance PM interfaces with internal and external customers customs brokers government officers and other functional areas to ensure compliance and coordination of imports. The AU / NZ Trade Compliance PM will also identify improvement opportunities and assist with projects to support Global Trade & Compliance initiatives. 3 years of relevant experience with Customs and international trade programs in Australia / New Zealand. 3 years of relevant experience with engaging customs brokers and handling import transactions end to end from shipment start to entry filing and record maintenance. 3 years of relevant experience with advanced Excel and ERP systems (preferably SAP) and ability to analyze and interpret data. 3 years of relevant experience in auditing customs transactions both self-assessments and responding to external audits. 3 years of relevant experience in industry and / or academia. Professional level written and spoken proficiency in English. Licensed customs broker. Knowledge of Other Government Agency Regulations in Australia and New Zealand including biosecurity and telecommunications related goods. Be comfortable with ambiguity and curious to learn new skills. Experience working in start-up mode building or supporting the compliance program from the ground up. A curious self-starter with a proven track record of diving into unknown territory learning new concepts and pushing your comfort zone. Acknowledgement of country In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. 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