Trade Compliance Analyst

Emerson Electric Co. • Marshalltown, IA

51d

About The Position

Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with numerous, technical, legal and regulatory requirements associated with the company's cross-border movement of goods and services; to mitigate the risk of such activities; optimize the financial impact of the company's trade compliance activities through trade program management. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Support Emerson Global Trade Compliance efforts to maintain and enhance Emerson Process Management and Fisher process and procedures regarding regulated trade activities (imports, exports, trade programs) . Perform basic legislative and regulatory impact analysis. Ensure compliance with all applicable import and export regulatory requirements. Perform export transaction screening and escalation as necessary. Strong problem solving skills and analytical capabilities. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities simultaneously set priorities in a fast paced environment and work both independently and as a team. Correspond with external organizations such as customs agents, freight forwarders/agents and carriers. Perform regular import/export operational compliance audits per Emerson and Trade Compliance Management System guidelines to ensure due diligence/reasonable care with regulatory requirements and implement corrective actions as necessary. Resolution of compliance activities (government and/or corporate audits and inquiries; support on compliance issues. Determine the proper jurisdiction and classification of company products/buyouts, technology and services. Export license determination and application processes with the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) or other government authority as needed. Assist in performing annual U.S. Customs Reconciliation processes. Work with programmers to ensure compliance related extensions are performing properly. Provide potential system enhancements or break fix analysis and recommendations to business systems analysts and programmers. Work with Global Trade Compliance team to execute strategy, seek automation opportunities and leverage technologies to develop a best-in-class trade compliance program globally. Manage order through a variety of web-based tools. Participate in and perform training activities pertaining to Trade Compliance and regulatory requirements. Complete advanced shipping documentation, including use of various customer specific forms. Must develop and maintain relationships with a variety of functional areas to coordinate the importing and exporting of material to/from the United States. These functional relationships must result in system and process improvements at operations not under the direct administrative control of this individual. Position will also work closely with U.S. Customs brokers, freight forwarders and a variety of personnel from the Emerson and Emerson Process trade compliance groups. Other duties as assigned. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing, unpredictable situations. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You understand that different situations may call for different approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in international Trade, Business Administration, Law, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in trade compliance, customs brokerage, international logistics or similar field
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle) and trade management software
• Strong problem solving skills and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities simultaneously set priorities in a fast paced environment and work both independently and as a team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the EAR, CBP and FTSR Regulations preferred
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Self-motivated and possess ability to handle multiple tasks
• Understanding of Logistics/Global Supply Chain practices and concepts a plus
• Knowledge of Fisher products preferred but not required
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Skills required, (MS Access preferred)
• Certifications such as CCS, CES, or CUSECO preferred.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Support Emerson Global Trade Compliance efforts to maintain and enhance Emerson Process Management and Fisher process and procedures regarding regulated trade activities (imports, exports, trade programs)
• Perform basic legislative and regulatory impact analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable import and export regulatory requirements.
• Perform export transaction screening and escalation as necessary.
• Correspond with external organizations such as customs agents, freight forwarders/agents and carriers.
• Perform regular import/export operational compliance audits per Emerson and Trade Compliance Management System guidelines to ensure due diligence/reasonable care with regulatory requirements and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Resolution of compliance activities (government and/or corporate audits and inquiries; support on compliance issues.
• Determine the proper jurisdiction and classification of company products/buyouts, technology and services.
• Export license determination and application processes with the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) or other government authority as needed.
• Assist in performing annual U.S. Customs Reconciliation processes.
• Work with programmers to ensure compliance related extensions are performing properly.
• Provide potential system enhancements or break fix analysis and recommendations to business systems analysts and programmers.
• Work with Global Trade Compliance team to execute strategy, seek automation opportunities and leverage technologies to develop a best-in-class trade compliance program globally.
• Manage order through a variety of web-based tools.
• Participate in and perform training activities pertaining to Trade Compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Complete advanced shipping documentation, including use of various customer specific forms.
• Must develop and maintain relationships with a variety of functional areas to coordinate the importing and exporting of material to/from the United States.

Benefits

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
• We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams.
• Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive.
• Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.
• We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing.
• We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs.
• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees