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Kenda Tires

Supply Chain Associate

Reynoldsburg, OH

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What are Import Associates?

Import Associates are professionals responsible for coordinating and managing the importation of goods into a country. They handle documentation, ensure compliance with customs regulations, communicate with suppliers and freight forwarders, and track shipments to ensure timely delivery. Import Associates play a crucial role in facilitating smooth international trade for their organization by resolving issues related to shipping, customs, and logistics.

What are some common challenges Import Associates face when coordinating international shipments?

Import Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating complex customs regulations, managing documentation accuracy, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders across time zones. Staying updated on changing import/export laws and ensuring all paperwork is complete can be demanding, especially when working under tight deadlines. Effective communication with shipping agents, customs brokers, and suppliers is crucial to resolve delays and prevent costly errors, making attention to detail and adaptability key skills for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Import Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Import Associate, you need a solid understanding of international trade regulations, logistics processes, and documentation requirements, typically supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or related fields. Familiarity with customs management systems, shipping software, and tools like Microsoft Excel or SAP is often required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating shipments and resolving issues. These abilities ensure compliance, minimize delays, and facilitate smooth import operations in a fast-paced global environment.
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Supply Chain Associate

Supply Chain Associate

Kenda Tires

Reynoldsburg, OH

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

At Kenda, we owe our success to one simple fact: We employ the best people in the tire business. Thanks to their hard work and innovation, we've become a leading manufacturer of bicycle, motorcycle, ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle), golf, industrial, light truck, mobility, motorcycle, passenger car, trailer, and utility applications. Since the inception of our company in 1962, we have operated on core values of honesty, innovation, quality, and customer service.

In addition to a comprehensive portfolio of Kenda brand retail products, we supply fleet volumes of wheels and tires to some of the largest vehicle manufacturers in the world. Our Reynoldsburg, Ohio, location is the site of Kenda USA, which manages all aspects of Kenda’s North American operations.

Position Summary:

Supply Chain Associate provides administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth flow of goods and information between suppliers, USCBP, internal, and external customers. Responsible for maintaining records, preparing reports, updating supply chain systems (e.g., ERP, Customs Compliance Database, Track & Trace Software), etc.

This is an in-office position in Reynoldsburg, OH.

Benefits:

  • Generous Pay commensurate with experience and/or education
  • Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical care, and short-term & long-term disability insurance
  • 401K retirement program with employer match
  • Paid holidays, sick and vacation time
  • Employee purchase pricing on auto, powersport, and bicycle tires

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business is preferred.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in customs data entry and/or compliance.
• Previous experience in logistics, warehousing, purchasing, or administrative role is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Professional verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues, vendors, suppliers, and customers.
• Detail orientation to accurately manage inventory, shipments, and documentation
• Analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making and best practices.
• Computer proficiency, including but not limited to Microsoft Office and experience with supply chain software such as FourKites, MyCarrier, SONAR, etc.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate daily with internal teams and external partners to monitor compliance and ensure due diligence for imported products.
• Communicate with multiple parties within distribution channels and respond to inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with department standards.
• Coordinate with shippers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to guarantee all required documentation is accurate, compliant, and submitted promptly for import compliance.
• Assign tariff codes to all imported products using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS).
• Maintain spreadsheets, records, and databases for supply chain operations, assisting in data analytics gathering.
• Assist in data analysis to provide insights into supply chain efficiency and strategy development.
• Support company and department initiatives, including operations efficiency enhancement, systems integration, and inventory optimization.
• Provide additional administrative support as needed.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based, with potential occasional travel to vendors and/or manufacturing sites.
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, though some evening or weekend work may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)


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