Global Trade Specialist - 12M FTC in Ellesmere Port

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; it’s global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®. Wolverine Worldwide is driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for its consumers, partners, communities, and shareholders.

As a Global Trade Specialist you will support the day-to-day execution of regional trade activities and help ensure compliance with import and export regulations. This role is foundational to the success of the global trade function, providing essential operational support, maintaining accurate documentation, and assisting with classification and shipment coordination. By collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners, the Specialist helps maintain smooth and compliant trade flows. This position is crucial in ensuring the timely and accurate movement of goods across borders, thereby reducing delays and supporting the company’s commitment to regulatory integrity and operational excellence.

• Execute routine import and export transactions in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely delivery and customs clearance.

• Respond to classification and compliance inquiries from external vendors and customs brokers under the guidance of senior team members; develop knowledge and application of laws and regulations.
• Help monitor regulatory changes and update internal documentation accordingly.
• Support basic compliance checks and identify potential issues for review.

• Assist in assigning Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) codes to products under guidance from senior team members.
• Maintain classification records and support updates to product databases.
• Collaborate with product teams to gather necessary technical data for classification.

• Contribute ideas to improve trade workflows and reduce manual tasks.
• Assist in testing new systems or tools related to trade operations.
• Help maintain trackers and reports to monitor operational performance.

• Communicate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal departments to resolve shipment issues.

• Ensure accurate and complete documentation for all trade transactions.
• Maintain organized records for audits and compliance reviews.
• Support document retrieval and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Performs other duties as required/assigned by the manager.

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in supply chain management or a related field of business.
• Prior experience in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain industry.
• College internship (preferred in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain industry).
• Communication: Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication with team members and leadership.
• Professionalism: Maintains respectful behavior and a positive attitude.
• Critical thinking: Uses facts, data, business analysis, deductive reasoning, and sound judgment to conclude and make recommendations.
• Process Improvement: Challenge existing processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adaptability: Shows willingness to learn, embrace change, and adjust to new environments and challenges.
• Data Interpretation: Reads, interprets, and draws accurate conclusions from technical or business materials.
• Multi-Tasking & Prioritization: Effectively manages concurrent objectives, projects, and activities, making sound judgments on prioritization and time allocation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer.