Support and enforce global import/export compliance by classifying products, auditing files, liaising with internal teams and customs brokers, applying for authorizations, training staff, and managing compliance data and reports in accordance with laws and Wesco policies.
As an Analyst - Trade Compliance, you will support and implement trade compliance procedures to fulfill the responsibilities under the regulatory agencies which govern the export and/or import of goods. This includes goods to and from the United States, European Union and United Kingdom. You will ensure that all trade compliance procedures are in accordance with Wesco policies and manuals and relevant local, country and international law and processes.
Responsibilities:
- Function as professional authority to review products, parties to the transaction and destination for trade compliance worldwide.
- Liaise with internal teams, sales, purchasing, legal and others to ensure business needs are aligned with compliance requirements.
- Respond to business inquires involving trade compliance matters, to support a culture of compliance.
- Classify products for import and export.
- Audit export and import files.
- Liaise with freight forwarders and Customs brokers as needed to resolve trade compliance topics.
- Apply for export and import authorizations as needed.
- Provide Trade Compliance training/consultation on rules and regulations and transaction processes to global personnel.
- Utilize trade compliance knowledge to research and apply trade regulations to the business.
- Manage data and reports that facilitate trade compliance requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree - Business, Finance or related field - 5+ years trade compliance can substitute for degree required.
- Licenses/Certificates/Designations – U.S. Licensed Customs Broker, CUSECO Certified or equivalent preferred.
- 2-4 years’ experience in trade compliance, audit or a related area/industry
- Strong attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Customer service skills
- Excellent communication, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of products offered by the Company preferred
- Experience with any of the WESCO ERP systems including WESNET, Mainframe or other off system, systems preferred
- International logistics experience preferred:
- Import and Export Processes (familiarity with the HTS and the roles of the parties to the transaction)
- International Transportation
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About UsThis amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.
This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.
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