Trade Compliance Analyst

Caterpillar•Morton, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Trade Compliance Analyst in Morton, IL. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. As a Trade Compliance Analyst, you will be responsible for managing daily import & export compliance activity to ensure Caterpillar parts and product flow across international borders in compliance with Customs regulatory requirements. This role will serve as the lead for managing our U.S. Import Brokers.

Requirements

Knowledge of the markets, issues, regulations, practices and operations of international trade; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately in diverse situations.
Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Nice To Haves

4-year college or university degree, in International Business, Supply Chain and/or Logistics Management.
In lieu of a degree, 3+ years experience in trade compliance, logistics, supply chain, order invoicing and/or transportation
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Trade compliance certification such as LCB, CCS, CES or CUSECO
Process Improvement experience
Knowledge of Caterpillar systems, company policies and procedures
Interpersonal, teamwork, organizational and communications skills
Strong Analytical Aptitude
Demonstrated proficiency in written & verbal communication

Responsibilities

Coordinating customs documents & data requirements with internal customers
Coordinating operations with customs brokers
On-going support and communications pertaining to US imports
Driving defect resolution to ensure filing accuracy & timeliness
Executing continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency & eliminate process waste.