Trade Compliance Specialist - Country-of-Origin Determination Job at Johnson Controls, Milwaukee, WI

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  • Johnson Controls
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

Job Description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience that is focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

  • Competitive salary 

  • Paid time off: 15 days’ paid vacation/10 days’ paid holidays/3 elective holidays/5 sick days each calendar year

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision care – all available day one of employment

  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Trade Compliance Specialist with expertise in Country of Origin (COO) Determination to join our compliance team. You will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the necessary regulations and standards related to country-of-origin determination, marking, labeling, and documentation. You will assess, document, and verify the origin of goods based on applicable trade agreements, and customs regulations. This role requires collaboration with supply chain, procurement, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure proper classification and is crucial in maintaining our company’s compliance with international trade laws.

How you will do it

  • Conduct thorough country of origin determinations for a variety of products in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and other international trade agreements.

  • Apply rules of origin including substantial transformation and tariff shift analysis.

  • Ensure all products are compliant with origin marking and labeling requirements

  • Analyze and interpret complex trade regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements to ensure compliance.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics, and legal to gather necessary information for accurate country of origin determinations.

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and records related to country-of-origin determinations and compliance activities.

  • Conduct audits and maintain documentation to support COO claims, including supplier affidavits, manufacturing processes, and trade compliance records

  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on country-of-origin requirements, compliance processes, and best practices.

  • Monitor changes in trade regulations and practices, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary updates to compliance procedures.

  • Participate in trade compliance projects and initiatives aimed at improving processes and systems related to country-of-origin determination.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required:

  • 2-4 years of related professional experience in trade compliance, customs regulations, or international trade

  • Strong understanding of COO determination methods, including substantial transformation, tariff shift, and regional value calculations

  • Familiarity with HTS classification and trade agreements

  • Exceptional Excel skills and data analysis

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret regulatory language

  • Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Up to 10% travel within North America – valid passport (or ability to obtain one) is needed

Preferred:

  • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) and/or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or similar trade compliance certification

  • Experience with U.S. Customs (CBP) rulings

  • Bilingual - Spanish/English

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