US Customs Manager

Company: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: May 31, 2025

Job Description:

The application window is expected to close on 06/13/2025.Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if enough applications are received. Meet the TeamThe Americas Custom Team is a highly skilled and diverse group of individuals that are motivated to keep Cisco compliant in relation to local regulations. As a cohesive unit, we are flexible and willing to help each other out as needed. We work with multiple business partners within Cisco, including but not limited to supply chain operations, global tax and customs members, and other business units responsible for shipping goods globally. Working in the Americas Customs Team will bring a level of exposure outside of a typical customs job and build your business and regulatory acumen.
Who you Are:

• Needs to be able to work independently and self-motivate
• Is a self-starter who takes initiative and drives projects forward
• Strong data modeling skills and being able to interpret data
• Able to efficiently work with large data sets
• Can negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization
• Is passionate about diving into customs regulations and keeping up with the latest rules
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, seamlessly working with different teams and adapting to change
• Possesses exceptional problem-solving skills and tackles challenges head-on
• Communicates clearly and effectively, making complex ideas easy to understand Your ImpactYou will be responsible for progressing Cisco's compliance initiatives through project management and data analysis. You'll:
  • Support Finance with tariff analysis
  • Collaborate with Sales to identify eligible logistic flows for potential opportunities
  • Formalize efficient processes that facilitate Duty Drawback claims
  • Support various US operational processes
  • Ensure timely and accurate claims through coordination with service providers
  • Audit results, prepare presentations, and communicate findings clearly
  • Engage in data-driven discussions and explain variances to management
  • Collaborate with teams and Data Scientists to gather and analyze key data
  • Your role will be crucial in enhancing our initiatives and making a meaningful impact
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    • 3+ in project management, including planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure timely and successful completion
    • Skilled in extracting data from systems and analyze the output using excel
    • Ability to research customs regulations
      Preferred Qualifications
      
      • Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently to meet deadlines
      • Financial modeling experience
      • Experience working with Duty Drawback
      • US import operations experience (minimum 1-3 years) #WeAreCisco#WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connection-we celebrate our employees' diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer-80 hours each year-allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do! Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!
        

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