Compliance Analyst

Company Description

Hudson’s Bay Company is one of the fastest-growing department store retailers in the world.  In North America, HBC’s leading banners include Hudson’s Bay, Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue, Gilt, Saks OFF 5TH, Find @ Lord & Taylor, and Home Outfitters. In Europe, HBC’s banners include GALERIA Kaufhof (the largest department store group in Germany), Galeria INNO (Belgium’s only department store group), and Sportarena. At HBC we are a company of adventurers who explore uncharted territory, challenge convention, and work with imagination and fun.  

Major Responsibilities

The Import Analyst will work directly with the off shore vendors to make sure they are compliance in shipping documentation and making sure all rules are adhered to.

Role responsibilities include:

1. Goods are shipped on time with accuracy and proper documentation is received

    

2. Documents are checked and prepared for customs clearance

    

3. Ensure that compliance issues and/or concerns are being investigated and resolved

    

4. Work with vendors on resolving any cost issues, making sure the proper and correct documentation is submitted for payment

    

5. Vendor compliance with Product Labeling

    

6. Assist in the rating/other department function when required

    

Personal Characteristics

The successful candidate should be a respected and proven with a quantifiable track record of success in delivering results within a large complex organization.  He/she must have the ability to quickly assess a new environment and develop solutions that support the business strategy, critical objectives, and cultural norms. He/she must be creative with a strategic mindset along with the ability to turn concepts into action.  He/she must have strong relationship building and influence skills.  The successful candidate will be a change agent who is flexible, resilient, and able to thrive in a dynamic, rapid paced environment. He/she will embody a culture of taking smart risks and innovating to win.

Professional Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Customs & Imports

   

• CCS (Customs Certified Specialist) preferred

   

• Detail oriented with strong time management skills

   

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

   

• capable of working well as a productive contributor and positive member of the team

   

• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft-word, excel, pp)

   

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a high degree of initiative