Senior Trade Compliance Analyst

Waldom Electronics•Rockford, IL

35d

About The Position

The Senior Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring that the company’s import and export activities comply with U.S. and international trade laws and regulations. This role works closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders to prepare, review, and oversee documentation for global shipments. The analyst will support, maintain, and enhance the company’s trade compliance program by ensuring internal processes align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The role also requires proactive communication and collaboration across departments and with external partners to ensure adherence to all applicable U.S. and international trade regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in import/export administration and trade compliance.
Demonstrated experience coordinating import and export compliance functions.
Strong understanding of international shipping regulations and customs procedures.
Working knowledge of global commodity classifications and export controls.
Proficiency with U.S. Customs tools and databases (AES, BIS, CBP searches, Entity Lists, etc.).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Adaptable to shifting priorities and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI.
Ability to create and deliver professional presentations.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications related to export/import regulations, EAR, or USHTS classification preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine accurate tariff classifications and export control classifications for products.
Conduct restricted party screenings (e.g., Denied Persons List, Entity List) to prevent transactions with prohibited entities.
Ensure compliance with export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Create, review, and maintain accurate import/export documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and shipping instructions.
Ensure import compliance related to valuation, duties, taxes, and customs requirements.
Evaluate potential risks associated with trade activities and recommend mitigation strategies.
Maintain organized and accurate records of all trade transactions and compliance activities.
Participate in internal audits to assess compliance processes and identify areas for improvement.
Provide training on trade compliance policies, procedures, and best practices to relevant employees.
Collaborate with legal, logistics, sales, and other departments to ensure consistent compliance across the organization.
Support investigations related to potential compliance violations, assist with incident reporting, and collaborate with leadership to implement corrective actions.
Build strong working relationships with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Monitor international shipments and the customs clearance process to mitigate delays or regulatory issues.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
Assist with arranging transportation and determining efficient routing for international shipments.
Stay current on regulatory changes and proactively communicate potential impacts to stakeholders.
Support cost-reduction and cost-avoidance initiatives related to global trade, including VAT avoidance and duty deferment strategies.
Analyze and interpret global import/export regulations and maintain knowledge of regulatory changes.
Monitor compliance activities and assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
Participate in occasional off-site work and attend non-standard hour meetings with colleagues in international regions (Asia & Europe).

Benefits

Top quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans Waldom pays the majority of the medical plan cost.
Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually
(accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment.
8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.
8 hours of paid volunteer time off annually.
Corporate Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program 100% Waldom Paid!
Generous Paid Maternity & Paternity Leaves.
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Scholarship Program: for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year.