Logistics and Trade Administrator I

Mizuno USA Job Title: Logistics and Trade Administrator I Business Unit: 840100 Supply Chain Reports to: Trade Compliance Manager Job Summary: The Logistics and Trade Administrator assists with logistics customs regulations. This role ensures that shipments comply with applicable import and export laws while also ensuring timely scheduling of shipments and keeping in mind freight cost. Supervisory Responsibilities: • None. Duties/Responsibilities: • Assist the Trade Compliance Manager with maintaining Mizuno's FTZ Program and ensuring compliance, including record-keeping, document preparation, and attendance during compliance visits • Monitor and review customs clearance for daily shipments, providing instructions and supplemental information to third parties as needed • Provide assistance in creating reports to third-party stakeholders, including customs brokers • Manage air approval requests which includes collaborating with various stakeholders as well as maintaining and tracking approvals from various parties • Issue claims with our insurance providers and forwarders • Attend Quarterly Business Reviews with expeditors and consultants • Work with third party consultants to maintain monthly shipping schedules, in conjunction with our First Sale for Reconciliation Duty Savings Program • Assist the manager with internal and external audit programs, including coordination of schedules, audit participation, and issuance of audit reports • Auditing data in our systems to ensure uniformity throughout • Assist supply chain team regarding shipments, including delays, increased rates, and other such issues that may arise • Be able to step in when team members are out • Assist with updating SOPs • Maintain current knowledge base related to FTZ and other trade compliance topics through ongoing training and education • Other duties as assigned Form Revision: 1.0 (11/21/2025) Required Skills/Abilities: • Detail oriented and committed to maintaining the highest level of compliance with US Customs • Experience utilizing integrated Import Order Management systems • Strong Excel skills (must be able to create pivot tables and detailed reports) • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English • Ability to work as a collaborative and supportive team member • Ability to multi-task and manage time sensitive deadlines effectively • Must be neat, organized, and self-motivated • Experience with Oracle or SAP systems • Experience in the apparel/footwear industry preferred • Experience with Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) preferred • Experience with Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program preferred Education and Experience: • Four-year college degree in International Business, Logistics, or a related field • 1-2 years' experience working as an expert in customs compliance, including valuation, customs entry process, etc. • 2-3 years of multi-modal logistics experience, including air, ocean, rail, and ground Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times About Mizuno Mizuno Corporation was established in Osaka, Japan by Rihachi Mizuno in 1906. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Mizuno USA is located in Peachtree Corners, GA and manufactures and distributes the highest quality sporting equipment, footwear, and apparel. World champions and dedicated enthusiasts alike regard Mizuno as the pinnacle in craftsmanship and performance for baseball, golf, pickleball, running, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, volleyball, and more. For 120 years, we have followed the principle of "contributing to society through the advancement of sporting goods and the promotion of sports." Every global Mizuno Team Member wholeheartedly believes in this purpose and lives it on a daily basis. If you believe in the power of sports to generate happiness, and want to apply your talents to help athletes at every level of competition achieve their very best, you are the kind of person we want on our team! Whenever possible, Mizuno USA, Inc. strives to promote from within if the skills and necessary qualifications meet the requirements for the position. Internal and external candidates will be considered for the position and the best candidate will be hired. Mizuno USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected classification. EOE M/F/D/V Visit ***/jobs to apply, or send your resume and cover letter to *** and include the Job Title in the Subject line.