Analyst, Global Trade Relations and Compliance

Analyst, Global Trade Relations and Compliance

Tapestry

New York, NY, US

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what’s possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands – Coach and Kate Spade New York – was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen.

We’re always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this:
Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.

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Purpose:

This position is responsible for assisting the Global Trade Relations and Compliance Sr. Manager and Global Trade Services’ efforts to ensure the company’s processes, internal controls, and reporting are compliant with U.S. and international laws & regulations. The individual will provide U.S. government trade relations and international compliance support for areas such as regulatory affairs, tariff mitigation, customs valuation (including First Sale for Export), country of origin determination and marking and analysis of trade issues.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Global Trade and Customs Compliance to…

• Assist the Sr. Manager of Global Trade Relations and Compliance in interfacing with congressional offices and government officials, attorneys, and international trade associations;
• Monitor changes in trade legislation and tariff policy and assess impact on company operations;
• Conduct analyses of international trade data, trade policy, rules, regulations, systems and technical specifications;
• Assist the Sr. Manager of Global Trade Relations and Compliance in the successful execution and management of Tapestry’s First Sale for Export valuation program;
• Manage country of origin matters around both origin determination and marking and provide guidance to internal company partners;
• Assist Global Trade Services team with internal trade compliance activities, including supporting the Tapestry internal self‑testing/auditing Program to ensure adherence with customs and international trade regulations;
• Ensuring regulatory compliance in the areas of valuation, Free Trade Agreement/ Regional Trade Agreement programs
• Conduct research of customs and judicial rulings, laws and regulations related to trade compliance matters; and
• Assist in the development and maintenance of compliance programs, policies and training for internal stakeholders.

The accomplished individual will possess…

• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize with time management and organization skills;
• Written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate complex Customs and Trade issues to a non‑expert audience, internally and externally;
• Analytical and good decision‑making skills with a clear attention to detail.
• Highly organized with ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment;
• Research, analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open and collaborative peer environment across global regions and cross‑functionally.

An outstanding candidate will possess…

• 3+ years of professional experience in a trade compliance, legal, or regulatory environment; a combination of education and experience will be considered
• Licensed Customs Broker (or desire to obtain license), Certified Customs Specialist, is a plus but not required; and
• MS Office proficiency, strength in Excel, PowerPoint and Teams a plus.

Our Competencies for All Employees

• Courage
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  Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action…