FTZ Administrator

QAD is building a world-class SaaS company, and we are growing. We are looking for talented individuals who want to join us on our mission to help solve relevant real-world problems in manufacturing and the supply chain.

We are a virtual first company and your primary work experience will be virtual / working from your home.  Occasional travel to a physical office may be required to enhance working relationships, collaboration, design, strategy and alignment.    

QAD is seeking a knowledgeable individual to assist in providing daily Foreign-Trade Zone administration and oversight for key QAD client's. 

Where You Be Working: This is a remote position. The only requirement is that the candidate must reside in the United States or a US Territory.

What You Will Be Doing:

You will be administering foreign-trade zones for QAD clients.  Activities will include conducting daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly processes required to administer a compliant and efficient Foreign-Trade Zone. The duties will include the following:

1. Prepare and file (submit) all daily FTZ admissions (e-214).
2. Prepare weekly estimates and entries to CBP (3461 & 7501)
3. Ensure all weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual FTZ forms and reports necessary for FTZ operations are submitted and reviewed for accuracy.
4. Maintain proper record-keeping required for management of the FTZ.
5. Operate the FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping system.
6. Interact with Customs and Border Protection if necessary
7. Routinely update and report to direct management concerning activities related to the Foreign-Trade Zone.
8. Process and verify FTZ-related data.
9. Validate FTZ data against actual documentation as needed to ensure the accuracy of integration and information.
10. Provide compliance-related services related to customers for ongoing Foreign-Trade Zone activities.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience administering a foreign-trade zone, or related professional import experience in a real-world environment.

• Experience creating 7512 in-bonds
• Experience preparing and filing CBP Form 214
• Understanding of HTSUS merchandise classification and import transactions
• Understanding of U.S. Import and export regulations and practices
• Understanding of inventory control, receiving, shipping, and transactions that affect material flow
• Have a working knowledge of logistics activities including import activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The individual should be self-motivated and be capable of working as part of a team or alone with little supervision.
• Possess  knowledge of logistics terminology
• Experience managing professional customer service and maintaining customer success.
• Experience multitasking, prioritizing, and problem solving 
• In-depth experience using Microsoft Office or Google Office Suite.

• Additional information
• Your health and well-being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation.
• The collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done.
• An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy.

Compensation Package:

• Base pay range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 USD Annual (12 Months) 
• Placement within our pay range will vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and market location variations as well as internal peer equity
• This position is also eligible for an annual company performance bonus
• U.S. benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and well-being programs

About QAD:

QAD | Redzone is redefining manufacturing and supply chains through its intelligent, adaptive platform that connects people, processes, and data into a single System of Action. With three core pillars — Redzone (frontline empowerment), Adaptive Applications (the intelligent backbone), and Champion AI (Agentic AI for manufacturing) — QAD | Redzone helps manufacturers operate with Champion Pace, achieving measurable productivity, resilience, and growth in just 90 days.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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