Trade Compliance Analyst, Import & Export

Xylem•Lubbock, TX

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Xylem is looking for a Trade Compliance Analyst to support our Americas Water Systems(AWS) business segment. The Trade Compliance Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in global trade operations, ensuring compliant, efficient, and cost-effective movement of goods across international borders. This role is responsible for managing import and export logistics across multiple transportation modes, maintaining compliance with U.S. Customs and international trade regulations, and coordinating closely with internal teams, suppliers, customers, and logistics partners to support on-time delivery and business continuity.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in Supply Chain Management or a related field with at least 2 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
Good understanding of international trade laws and customs regulations.
Strong analytical skills to interpret data and trends.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings and make recommendations.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to group projects.
Strong working knowledge of: Import/export rules, regulations, and procedures
Customs valuation
International cargo transportation
U.S. Customs, Department of Commerce, and Treasury regulations
Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations awareness

Nice To Haves

Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.
Results Driven Performance: High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze import and export data
Identify trends and patterns in data
Create reports and presentations to communicate findings
Propose strategies for improving import and export processes
Ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, Department of Commerce and Treasury requirements, and internal company trade policies.
Manage Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications, Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN), and country-of-origin determinations; accurately maintain records in ERP systems.
Manage customs brokers acting on behalf of the business for customs entry activities including regular communication, responding to entry questions, administering a broker SOP, post-entry audit, providing classification and other data, and tracking/reporting broker performance metrics.
Administer daily foreign trade compliance activities using trade management software.
Maintain accurate and auditable import and export documentation and records.
Assist in the review of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) documentation and coordinate with third party qualifiers.
Communicate with suppliers, customers, and government agencies
Coordinate with different departments within the company to ensure smooth import and export operations
Work with customs brokers and freight forwarders to manage shipments
Handle inquiries and resolve any issues related to import and export activities
Analyze import and export costs and identify areas for cost savings
Negotiate contracts and rates with suppliers and carriers
Develop and implement cost reduction strategies
Monitor and report on import and export expenses
Create and maintain accurate import and export documentation
Ensure all required documents are submitted to customs and other relevant authorities
Keep records of all import and export activities
Verify and reconcile invoices and payments related to import and export transactions
Evaluate current import and export processes and identify areas for improvement
Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Train and educate team members on new processes and procedures
Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented changes.