Global Trade Compliance Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Want to discover just how far your intellectual curiosity can take you? You’re in the right place. For more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been at the forefront of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology. Chipmakers around the globe rely on our tools and process expertise to deliver the semiconductors that power modern life from smartphones and computers to cameras and cars. We have become a technology leader by providing the innovation necessary for business to thrive, quality of life to advance, and the environment to flourish—enabling a truly sustainable future.

Our influence is global, with more than 30 offices worldwide, an installed base of thousands worldwide and a customer list that includes the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. Our team is expanding, and we are currently hiring a Global Trade Compliance Specialist. The Trade Compliance Team is a group of subject matter experts who work to ensure compliance with applicable governmental rules and regulations both in the US and abroad. They monitor the regulatory environment and partner with groups throughout the business to support the goals of the organization. This role will contribute to the effective management of the Trade Compliance Program at Axcelis’ semiconductor equipment manufacturing facility in Beverly, MA.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily import/export transactional tasks

• Interface with freight forwarders, US customs officers, custom brokers, internal and external customers on all matters pertaining to customs and import and export regulations

• Provide relevant product information to internal teams to support HTS classifications, Export Control Classification (ECCN) and country of origin information

• Manage import/export recordkeeping process in compliance with guidelines set forth by regulations and Axcelis Technologies policy

• Ensure that Axcelis partners, customers, vendors etc.are appropriately screened for Denied Person and Entities, restricted end-uses, antiboycott language, diversion, etc.

• Act as liaison with internal departments within Axcelis in regulatory and duty matters, Interfacing with related departments regarding inquiries related to import and export compliance, as required by the Import Export Compliance Manager.

• Conducts internal audit and assessment of business activities for adherence to import/export procedures throughout the business lifecycle, including review of new products and classification/characterization of commodities through final delivery to customer.

• Evaluate new government requirements to ensure import and export compliance with changes and incorporation into day-to-day operations

• Identifies and analyzes causes of international and domestic compliance issues and gaps and generate recommendations to management

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Logistics, Supply Chain, Sales, IT, and Engineering to develop and execute defined procedures

• Provide training on various compliance topics to individuals and functional groups as required by the trade compliance manager.

• Support group programs and projects that take advantage of Free Trade Agreements (including management of certificates of origin) and other duty-savings opportunities

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, required
• Minimum 4 years of Global Regulatory Compliance or related experience required
• Customs Brokers License, preferred
• Clear demonstration of product classification process, CCL, and Schedule B/HTSUS
• Exceptional Problem solving and computer/skillsets
• Demonstrated self-starter with leadership qualities
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including SharePoint.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
 

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).