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Are you looking for a company that cares about people’s lives and health, including yours? Let’s inspire healthier lives, together.
Olympus, a leading medical technology company, has focused on making people’s lives better for over 100 years.
Our Purpose is to make people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling.
Our Core Values are reflected in all we do:Integrity – Empathy – Agility – Unity – Long-Term View
We deliver on our purpose and our core values by staying True to Life.
Job Description
Olympus Corporation of the Americas (“OCA”) is looking for a Trade Operations Manager to manage OCA’s compliance to Customs & Border Protection Regulations through the management of trade data, accurate import transactions, customs broker management and issue resolution. Manager will drive initiatives to enhance procedures, look for operational efficiencies and serve as in-house subject matter expert on trade compliance regulations.
Job Duties
- Responsible for managing the company’s compliance with import entry clearance processes and the regulations that govern these processes of Customs & Border Protection (“CBP”), and Partner Government Agencies (“PGA”), namely the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”).
- Responsible for customs broker management driving initiatives to monitor performance through quarterly business reviews, key performance indicators and scorecards
- Manage 3 direct reports and lead the team in supporting business units and customs brokers with daily operational support and issue resolution
- During issue resolution perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions as needed
- Perform weekly entry line level data audits and resolve identified issues
- Manage Bonds, Powers of Attorney, and utilize ACE reporting to support projects
- Create desk procedures/ work instructions and trainings to guide employees in the performance of entry clearance and broker management
- Liaison with other corporate functions, such as Logistics, Product Managers and Sourcing to enhance Supplier invoicing and adherence to processes to facilitate clearance and conform to regulatory requirements.
- Manage other special projects as needed
Job Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience working in progressively challenging responsibilities within a trade compliance role preferably within manufacturing or the medical equipment industry.
- Licensed Customs Broker
- A minimum of 3 years of experience managing and developing people preferred
- Extensive knowledge of U.S. customs regulations.
- Extensive technical skills in entry review and import/export transaction data elements.
- Good understanding of FDA import requirements
- Minimal travel for company business
Preferred:
- Experience with FDA a plus
- Must have data analytical and critical thinking skills and be detailed oriented.
- Excellent research, writing and effective verbal communication skills.
- Skilled in Microsoft office, especially excel. Advanced Knowledge of CBP’s Automated Commercial Environment (“ACE”).
- Strong action-oriented individual
Why join Olympus?
Here, people matter—our health, our happiness, and our lives.
- Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Visions coverage effective on start date
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Free virtual live and on-demand wellness classes
- Work-life balance supportive culture with hybrid and remote roles
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- Volunteering and charitable donation match programs
- Diversity & Inclusion Programs including Colleague Affinity Networks
- On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
- US Only
**Limited locations
We care about your health and financial well-being and offer the resources you need to feel vital, confident and ready for wherever life takes you. Learn more about our benefit offerings at https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.
The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $88,910.00 - $124,472.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.
About us:
Our Medical business uses innovative capabilities in medical technology, therapeutic intervention, and precision manufacturing to help healthcare professionals deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and minimally invasive procedures to improve clinical outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of life for patients and their safety.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Applicants with Disabilities: As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Pennsylvania (US-PA) || Center Valley || Compliance
