FTZ Operations & Trade Compliance Analyst
FujiFilmPosition Overview Join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas and own day-to-day Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations while uplifting trade compliance across a highly regulated, fast-growing biotech environment. In this hybrid role, you will ensure compliant FTZ activation and steady-state performance, strengthen evidence of reasonable care, standardize practices across sites, and serve as a key liaison to CBP, the FTZ Grantee, and FDA. Company Overview The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions. If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers Job Description Principal Accountabilities Administer the FTZ inventory control and recordkeeping system (ICRS): create/validate e‑214 admissions, reconcile receipts/issues/adjustments, and maintain zone status (PF/NPF/DOM) with serial/lot controls. Coordinate bonded movements end-to-end, including in‑bond shipments from port of entry to zone, bonded carrier oversight, zone admissions, zone‑to‑zone transfers (as applicable), and timely customs filings. Maintain FTZ governance: keep the FTZ Procedures Manual/SOPs current; deliver site training and awareness; manage metrics; prepare and submit FTZ/CBP/FTZB filings; coordinate CBP Form 3078 background packages for key personnel. Serve as daily point of contact with CBP Port of Houston, the FTZ Grantee (Port Houston Authority), and FDA, including IFE/IND and other PGA data alignment. Lead CBP/FDA audits and port inquiries; conduct internal monthly/quarterly reviews; drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA); and maintain complete audit evidence. Support execution and maintenance of the FTZ Operator Agreement, FTZ Operator Bond, and carrier bond arrangements; ensure signage, access control, and security meet 19 CFR 146 in partnership with Site Security. Lead product classification: determine HS/HTSUS, ECCN, and Schedule B; maintain a Product Classification Matrix with documented rationale; drive cross‑site classification alignment. Support valuation and origin determinations, including computed value methodologies, assists/royalties reviews, and country‑of‑origin/marking decisions (including preferential rules). Strengthen export controls and screening: support restricted party screening governance and export control logic for SAP/TC release; advise on license/exception checks for dual‑use items. Execute monitoring and training: perform risk‑based audits for imports/exports, track and file post‑summary corrections and CF‑28/29 responses, deliver onboarding and annual training; perform additional responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 4 years in trade compliance and/or FTZ operations within pharma/biotech or other highly regulated industries. Hands-on FTZ experience, including: ICRS administration e‑214 admissions (CBP Form 214), FTZ Activity Permit (CBP Form 216) In‑bond movements …