Trade Compliance Analyst
Lakeland Fire + Safety · Huntsville, AL · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor geopolitical trends and their implications for trade policies
- Screen transactions against Sanction Party Lists to mitigate risks
- Oversee daily trade compliance operations across the US, Canada, and EU
- Foster strong relationships with customs brokers while ensuring regulatory adherence
- Develop and manage tariff databases
- Aid in crafting trade forecasts and projections while applying expertise in free trade agreements and rules of origin
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze trade tariffs and duties for optimization
- Generate monthly duty reports for quarterly and yearly analysis
Research & Strategy
- Conduct comprehensive market research to enhance trade initiatives and assess policy effectiveness
- Carry out market research to bolster trade initiatives and evaluate the effectiveness of trade strategies
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with logistics, finance, customer service, and sales to optimize compliance processes
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Degree in Business, international trade, or economics; equivalent experience is acceptable
- Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities
- Skilled in ERP systems, especially SAP
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while promoting a culture of respect and continuous improvement
- Independent decision-making capabilities
- Strong in Microsoft Suite and advanced Excel
Preferred Education / Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- 2 years of global experience
Minimum Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- 3-5 years of work experience with 2 years of experience in logistics or compliance