Job Description

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Trade Compliance Specialist within our Corporate Business Services team to help support our business. As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do. We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.” We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it. Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high-quality components are there supporting you. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Trade Compliance Specialist you will have the opportunity to execute corporate trade compliance processes and procedures. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by ensuring Leggett & Platt compliance with customs, trade laws, and internal procedures.

So, what will you be doing as a Trade Compliance Specialist?

• Audit compliance with policies and laws.
• Assist the Trade Compliance Supervisor with development and implementation of Corporate global customs compliance and security programs to ensure compliance with international customs regulations, operating policies, procedures, and internal/external controls
• Research and maintain global import/export Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications and ECCN numbers, country of origin, and value information while ensuring support documentation is maintained for record keeping purposes.
• Participate in Internal/External Customs Compliance Assessments, Customs, Logistics, Financial, and Security audits and special projects as assigned
• Interface with business partners, customs brokers, and logistics service providers to ensure proper declarations and data is provided
• Conduct day-to-day risk assessments and periodic internal audits monitoring international trade transactions for compliance issues and discrepancies and ensuring appropriate follow-up
• Assist in the maintenance of an organized recordkeeping system for import transactions, export transactions, Free Trade Agreements, and other programs according to the importing country’s recordkeeping requirements
• Act as operation back-up to produce the required international documentation for imports and provide support to the customs coordinators.
• Assist in maintaining the process and records for Manufacturer’s Affidavits, USMCA and other Trade Agreements, Certificates of Origins, etc.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Understanding of Canadian/US and international import/export
• Technical knowledge of USMCA
• Ability to work on projects/issues as assigned with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational, time management & multi-tasking skills,
• Detail oriented, open-minded individual
• Solid written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite of products and ERP systems

What to Do Next

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Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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