Reports To :

Director of Import Logistics Location :

On Site in Savannah, GA Summary The Import Logistics Coordinator will have a strong background in international shipping regulations, values organization, and embraces effective collaboration with suppliers, carriers, and customs officials. This role is critical in managing and coordinating all aspects of our business's import process to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods to our distribution centers throughout the nation. As impactful contributors to our growing organization, all employees display our core values that guide our company's actions:

Integrity :

We are excited by what is possible and driven to make it happen.

Teamwork :

We set ambitious goals. We hold ourselves and each other accountable to deliver results.

Excellence :

We believe we are stronger as a team than as individuals. Essential Functions Communicate with overseas offices, vendors, and shippers to manage import documentation and related matters, ensuring all shipments are successfully received at our distribution centers. Negotiate freight costs to secure the best possible pricing and drive cost savings. Follow current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency. Stay informed about government regulations, customs regulations, tariffs, and other international import compliance requirements. Organize, validate, and upload shipping documents into NetSuite, including Packing Lists, Bills of Lading, and other import documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Verify that the correct duty rate is paid for all customs entries by confirming the accurate application of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes and duty rates. Generate shipping reports to track incoming freight data. Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders for Importer Security Filing (ISF), customs clearance, and freight release. Communicate efficiently and effectively with internal departments and external business partners. Core Competencies for Success Performs necessary research to apply logical solutions and create effective plans to solve problems. Builds and develops credibility with stakeholders. Drives teamwork and team spirit. Gives and receives feedback constructively. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines. High sense of urgency to resolve issues as they arise. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience. Experience with U.S. Customs compliance regulations and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code classification is preferred. Experience using Microsoft Excel. Strong mathematical and analytical skills. Ability to analyze situations and make sound, independent decisions. Ability to work effectively as a team member across multiple project teams while also working independently. Excellent time management and multitasking skills. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to work across all U.S. time zones as well as overseas time zones as needed.

CFS Brands:

Headquarters located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, CFS BRANDS is a market-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of commercial foodservice, healthcare, and industrial hygiene products.

CFS BRANDS

has maintained its industry-leading position and consistent growth with a strong focus on customer support and satisfaction, product variety and availability, and a unique ability to be a "one-stop shop" solution for a wide range of organizations.

CFS BRANDS

enjoys this competitive market advantage through its extensive network of brands and global manufacturing and distribution facilities. CFS BRANDS's core products include dinnerware, drinkware, professional cookware, industrial hygiene products brushes and cleaning tools, dispensing systems, and healthcare meal service equipment. These products are provided through major distributors customers across the country.

CFS BRANDS

became a portfolio company of The Jordan Company ("TJC"), a private equity firm, in 2018. More information on

CFS BRANDS

can be found at www.cfsbrands.com. CFS Brands is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.