Trade Compliance Specialist

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Purpose

The Trade Compliance Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of our trade activities comply with applicable Guyana, Trinidad, Suriname, and Suriname and international trade regulations, export controls, and import/export laws. This role requires a deep understanding of trade compliance and logistics within the oil industry, as well as the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.

Functions

ESSENTIAL

• Prepare and review export and import documentation, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and shipping documents
  
• Ensure compliance with all applicable international trade regulations, including export controls, sanctions, and import/export laws..
  
• Responsible for interaction with Customs Brokers, freight forwarders and GRA (Guyana) to ensure all imports are conducted in accordance with import regulations. Including, but not limited to, providing instruction on manner of import, HTS classifications, FDA, FCC and other documentation.
  
• Supports internal business customers with requesting logistics quotes, booking freight, generating all import/export documents and ensures all necessary government filings are complete.
  
• Assists the SCM Manager, and Sr Manager, Global Logistics & Trade Compliance in establishing an import/export compliance improvement philosophy and culture with a strong internal and external customer focus throughout the entire organization.
  
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on trade compliance requirements and best practices.
  
• Identify and mitigate risks related to trade compliance, including potential violations and penalties.
  
• Act as a liaison with government agencies, customs authorities, and external auditors to address trade compliance matters.
  
• Prepare and submit required reports and filings to regulatory agencies in a timely manner.
  
• Stay current with changes in trade regulations and update internal processes accordingly.
  
• Ensures that all proper export documentation is prepared to facilitate the export of all goods and submits same to appropriate transportation providers.
  
• Working knowledge of the HTS code.
  
• Working knowledge of the ECCN classification process.
  
• Communicate regularly with warehouse, freight forwarders, and transportation to coordinate the movement of material.
  
• Provide accurate hazardous material certificates when shipping hazardous products.
  
• Provide required certificates of compliance (fumigation, wood content, etc.) for exporting product.
  
• Maintain high level of knowledge of international trade regulations to ensure consistent compliance with laws. Is intimately familiar with the regulations of the countries to which the business unit routinely ships.
  
• Maintains copies of all import and export records as required by law and Oceaneering's Document Retention Policy
  

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Minimum Five (5) years related experience in trade compliance or logistics, preferably within the oil and gas industry.; or combination of education and experience.
  
• In-depth knowledge of international trade regulations, export control, and import/export laws.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  
• Ability to work with cross-cultural organizations and groups.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP System is a plus.
  

DESIRED

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Supply Chain Management with emphasis in supply chain, business, or a related field.
  
• Gas & Oil industry experience preferred.
  
• Experience in the management of international freight and logistics to include packaging, crating, shipping modes, shipping lanes, customs, insurance and inspections.
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.

Treats others fairly and with respect.

Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values, etc.

Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.

Seeks out new learning experiences.

Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or required.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors

Working Conditions

This position is considered SHOP/INDOORS WORK which is characterized as follows.

• Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
  
• Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.
  
• When outdoors, humidity is frequently above 90%
  
• Noise is over 85 decibels.
  
• Light is intense/glare.
  
• Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.
  
• Frequent exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases.

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered MEDIUM work.