Transportation Specialist

About the role

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product's lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We're driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what's next at Avnet! Job Summary: Performs a variety of activities and serves as a subject matter expert ensuring the company supply chain fully complies with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and all other local, national and international regulatory requirements. Principal Responsibilities: Monitors shipments subject to security regulations, both domestic and international, to ensure continual adherence to recordkeeping, reporting, tolling, and expiration requirements. Maintains records required for exports of ITAR hardware, technical data, and defense services including management of jurisdiction determinations and internal correspondence. Performs license determinations, applies license exceptions and exemptions and files for licenses when applicable. Provides reports to support business financial decisions and demonstrates compliance to security regulations. Conducts new customer screening to ensure compliance to government import/export regulations. Conducts Denied Party Check (DPC) reviews for new partner creation and ensures change of partner information is accurately completed in the system of use. Develops and/or delivers training programs regarding basic and specialized aspects of security requirements. May monitor case law and legislation to ensure current relevant compliance content, Bureau Industry Security (BIS) for relevant news and information, e.g., Denied Persons List (DPL) and other information sources to provide business with timely updates. Identifies, investigates, and participates in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics. Updates and maintains electronic and hard copy records as required. Other duties as assigned. Job Level Specifications: Foundational knowledge of specialized disciplines, industry practices and standards, acquired via academic instruction and/or relevant work experience of substantially the same level. Develops solutions to defined tasks, typical assignments and projects. May be solved by the application of specialized foundational knowledge, using existing approaches and solutions. Work is usually performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Receives initial direction although work may be reviewed for accuracy and quality. Collaborates with immediate management and team members within the department or function. Actions typically affect own work assignments and department. Erroneous decisions or failure to accomplish work may require some assistance or resources to remedy. Work Experience: Typically less than 2 years with bachelor's or equivalent. Education and Certification(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. Distinguishing Characteristics: Understanding of Mexican customs regulations and international trade law Knowledge of IMMEX/VAT/IEPS certification Basic knowledge of export and import operations Handle and review invoices, COVES, and customs documentation Process improvement mindset Data analysis and reporting proficiency Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Time Management and Prioritization Effective communication and collaboration abilities