Global Trade Compliance Analyst

We are seeking a talented and experienced Global Trade Compliance Analyst to join our dynamic 1X Logistics team. The Global Trade Compliance Analyst will support our global manufacturing and logistics operations, with a primary focus on North America, EMEA, and APAC trade activity while supporting cross-regional movement globally. This role combines hands-on operational execution with strategic program development. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in global trade regulations who can ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risk, optimize duty exposure, and partner cross-functionally with Logistics, Legal, Finance, and Operations to strengthen our global trade compliance framework. The Global Trade Compliance Analyst plays a critical role in protecting the company from regulatory risk while enabling efficient global trade operations.

·       Oversee and manage import/export compliance activities across EMEA, APAC, North America, and other relevant global trade lanes.

·       Ensure accurate HTS classifications and maintain classification database integrity.

·       Support export control compliance, including EAR analysis and licensing determination.

·       Conduct denied party screening oversight and ensure adherence to global restricted party regulations.

·       Manage and evaluate customs broker performance and compliance accuracy.

·       Oversee country of origin determinations and trade documentation requirements.

·       Lead and support Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification and validation processes.

·       Manage and optimize FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) activities (as applicable).

·       Oversee duty drawback program administration and opportunity identification.

·       Support CTPAT implementation, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·       Identify duty savings and trade optimization opportunities while ensuring compliance.

·       Conduct risk assessments and internal compliance audits.

·       Develop and strengthen trade compliance policies, SOPs, and internal controls.

·       Monitor regulatory changes across relevant jurisdictions and implement required updates.

·       Support government inquiries, audits, and regulatory communications.

·       Partner with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to ensure regulatory interpretations, policy alignment, and trade compliance.

·       Provide trade compliance training to internal stakeholders.

·       Serve as the subject matter expert for global trade compliance across the organization.

·       Other Relevant Duties as Assigned.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance within a manufacturing or multinational environment.

• Deep working knowledge of:

  • U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

  • HTS classification methodology

  • Free Trade Agreements (including qualification analysis)

  • FTZ administration

  • Duty drawback programs

  • CTPAT compliance

  • Denied party screening processes

  • Global risk assessment and trade controls

• Strong understanding of international trade regulations impacting EMEA and APAC regions.

• Experience managing customs brokers and third-party compliance partners.

• Demonstrated ability to balance regulatory compliance with operational efficiency.

• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) – strongly preferred.

• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) – highly preferred.

• Experience supporting multinational manufacturing operations

• Experience working cross-functionally with Legal teams on regulatory matters.

• Familiarity with ERP and/or Global Trade Management (GTM) systems.

• Experience leading Customs Border Protection (CBP) audits and validations – highly preferred.

• Strategic risk assessment and mitigation skills.

• Regulatory expertise and analytical rigor.

• High attention to detail.

• Strong stakeholder communication skills.

• Independent judgment and decision-making.

• Continuous improvement mindset.

• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.

• Strong organizational and analytical/problem solving skills.

• Detail oriented, multi-task, communication skills across entire organization (internal and external) with ability to collaboratively problem solve.

• Dependability, integrity, and a mindset oriented toward continuous improvement