Import and Export Coordinator - Full Time - La Porte (TX), United States
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
We are looking for an Import and Export Coordinator to join our Services_AME team in United States.
Responsibilities
* Assist on all facets of International Import-Export & Customs work
* Maintain files and records of all inbound and outbound international shipments.
* Assist in navigating or avoiding tariffs.
* Assist on the coordination of all outbound international shipments, with customer, freight forwarder, and import broker.
* Assist in arranging outside vendors for special services, i.e. special trucking requirements (with assistance from Shipping and Receiving), etc.
* Generate purchase orders for international freight-related or other international activities.
* Interface with all international partners: Freight Forwarder, brokers, and customs contacts to ensure compliance on international shipments.
* Monitor customer broker, supplying needed assistance to ensure quick and efficient resolution of incorrect or missing entry data.
* Code and approve international freight related invoices, to be turned over for payment to accounting.
* Prepare all required customs documentation for exports clearance.
* Provide copies of customs documentation to customers, Customs and/or brokers, as required.
* Knowledge of Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements.
* Prepare necessary documentation on all claims filed regarding lost or damaged international freight.
* Obtain freight and handling quotes from vendors on international shipments, as requested.
* Complete and process all import and export paperwork, a strong understanding of NAFTA documentation, Commercial Invoice BOL/Packing Slips.
* Process scans of international shipments through the “Denied Parties” Program, including Export Compliance diligences.
* Utilize required systems, to include Automated Export System (AES), Schedule B.
* Perform other significant non-customs duties, as may be assigned by Manager of Logistics.
* Serve as primary back for Manager of Logistics.
* Proactively engage and support company initiatives designed to promote a culture of safe working, environmental protection and continual improvement.
Qualifications
* Must have Import and Export Operations Experience
* Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
* Must be detail oriented, thorough and accurate and can efficiently solve problems
* In depth knowledge of import/export procedures.
* Ability to be profit conscious
* Ability to work with demanding deadlines
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
* Ability to establish priority and accomplish multiple tasks must be organized
* Experience in a related service (Oil & Gas, Turbomachinery) environment.
* Minimum of 3 years in import/ export regulations for different countries and compliances.
* Associate’s degree or higher preferred
* Fluent in English and Spanish
What we offer
* 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
* 401k plan with a 6% match
* Health savings account matching
* Motivating wellness program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Paid paternal leave
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Our team is looking forward hearing from you!
Note:
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in the USA.
About us
Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2024, our 13’500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.5 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com
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