Logistics & Customs/ Sourcing Specialist

компания "ge (general electric company)" role summary/purpose logistics & customs/sourcing specialist initially supports sourcing team with creating and signing contracts with defined new vendors, creates sustainable po placement process, communication and documents exchange than (after 6 month approximately) switches to support logistics processes related to these vendors around the globe (international and domestic delivery processes, classification, import/export etc.). essential responsibilities negotiations with defined vendors from the beginning till contract signed and standard po placement process in place. negotiations regarding contract terms with all involved functions (logistics, customs, legal, finance). creating and submission contracts to ge internal documents approval system – alfresco. control all steps of a contract approval process till it is signed. establishment of order (po) placement process in close cooperation with logistics/customs and finance team. support customs & logistics operational processes (classification, transportation, import/export etc.) compliantly and in an efficient manner. perform pre-entry customs clearance and issue resolution. organize international & domestic transportation (air, truck, multimodal). track shipments, filling in and updating logistics tracking system chr(40)smartsheetchr(41). interact with brokers and freight forwarders, manage customs formalities, solve issues; assist with auditing customs transactions to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provide regular reporting of compliance metrics; provide general guidance, assistance and advice to the businesses in support of their customs operational processes; provide general interpretation and communication of requirements to respective ge business or function; communicate and escalate any process or compliance concerns in a timely manner; lead and assist key lean and productivity projects; support programs and projects that take advantage of free trade agreements (including management of certificates of origin) and other duty-savings opportunities. qualifications/requirements bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent; minimum 2 years’ experience in import/export operations, or a supply chain related field) experience with microsoft office applications (advanced excel user); knowledge of incoterms, customs code of eeu, hts, local customs regulations and requirements, project management; ability to work effectively in a cross-functional global team environment. fluent in russian and english desired characteristics university degree in a customs related area such as supply chain management, business administration, or international trade; self-starter/team player; demonstrated ability to think analytically and critically; strong communication/interpersonal skills; creative, purposeful, responsive, cooperative, working under pressure with tight deadlines