Imports Compliance Specialist

TJX Australia

At TJX Australia, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our Processing Centers, Corporate Offices, or our TK Maxx Retail Stores, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

About the Role

• Provide daily operational support in import regulatory compliance for merchandise entering Australia.
• Build strong relationships with teams across Inbound Logistics, Merchandise Operations, and third-party service providers to ensure efficiency and deliver exceptional service.

Best Match for the Role

• Individuals with experience as a Classifier, someone who is looking to transition into a role with an Importer
• Professionals working in similar roles for an import company in regulated industries (such as food, beauty and healthcare), dealing with customs and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure imported merchandise complies with Australian trade laws, including customs and quarantine requirements.
• Customs Clearance Support: Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders for smooth customs clearance.
• Risk Assessment: Identify compliance risks and conduct regular audits of trade compliance programs.
• Training & Support: Provide training on trade compliance requirements and best practices to internal teams.
• Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve processes within trade compliance, working with stakeholders.
• Projects: Assist and participate in special projects and committees as needed.

Ideal Education / Qualifications / Competencies

• Experience in international trade operations, focused on Australian import requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in international trade, logistics, or related field (e.g., Diploma in Customs Brokerage) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Customs and Quarantine regulations, including BICON and Minimum Documents Policy.
• Ability to interpret and apply Customs regulations accurately.
• Strong analytical skills to assess compliance risks and conduct audits.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on improving processes and ensuring legal compliance.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of PivotTables, lookup functions, and other advanced formulas, to support data-driven decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

At TJX we are proud that for over 40 years we have been providing apparel and homewares to our customers, all at amazing value. Of course, the merchandise we sell is just part of the story. We fully appreciate it is our Associates who bring our business to life, and we aim to support our Associates by making TJX a terrific place to work.

What you'll discover and can look forward to from day one:

• Access to dedicated training and on-the-job resources to enhance your career development.
• Benefit from an employee 10% discount and Plus One card.
• Receive an additional 2 paid leave days per year- Maxx Days.
• Associate and Family access to an Employee Assistance Program, to support healthy living.

As part of the recruitment process TJX will collect personal information, including your name, contact details and the other information provided in your job application or by your nominated referees. That information will be used for recruitment and selection purposes and will managed in accordance with our privacy policy which can be accessed at https://www.tkmaxx.com.au/privacy-policy

As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Address:

Level 5 189 O'Riordan Street

Location:

AUS Home Office Mascot NSW

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