Senior Customs Analyst

Location: Franklin, TN ( Nissan Americas HQ)

Job Schedule: Full Time, On site

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree , US Customs Brokers License required.

Preferred Degree: Accounting, finance, international trade, or a related discipline.

Sponsorship: No

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We are currently looking for a Senior Customs Analyst to join our team in Franklin, Tennessee.

A Senior Customs Analyst ensures compliance with U.S. federal regulations by maintaining expertise in customs programs such as HTS classification, Duty Drawback, ISA, and CTPAT, while conducting internal audits and broker reviews. Identifies trade and customs risks across the Americas Region and implements corrective actions through regulatory, financial, and operational audits of imported vehicles, parts, and equipment.

A Day in the Life:

• Applies regulatory expertise in Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and Duty Drawback to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.
• Plans, conducts, and manages internal audits on a scheduled and ad hoc basis, analyzing data and procedures to identify compliance gaps.
• Presents audit findings to management, discusses conclusions, and recommends corrective actions to strengthen internal controls and mitigate penalties.
• Drafts and maintains written procedures supporting internal controls, and oversees responses to federal notices related to customs and commerce issues.
• Supports cross-functional teams on import-related projects and ensures compliance with recordkeeping requirements for CBP, DOC, CTPAT, and Foreign-Trade Zone programs.

Who We’re Looking for:

• Five (5) or more years of related experience at a professional level. Prefer either automotive-related or direct customs audit experience. Both are an advantage. Foreign-Trade Zone experience is a plus.
• US Customs Brokers License required.
• Thorough knowledge of HTSUS, Duty Drawback, audit procedures, including statistical sampling, workpaper preparation and review techniques. Excellent oral and written skills.
• Thorough computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, SAP, and other PC applications or mainframe applications to resolve complex problems.

Desired:

• Knowledge of manufacturing and inventory control systems a plus.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.