Import​/Export Analyst

Job Summary

We secure highly complex import and export operations, applying in depth trade compliance knowledge to protect accurate, compliant, and efficient global trade. The role makes decisions on nonroutine issues, supports audits, drives process improvements, and mentors less experienced analysts. It impacts compliance posture, cost control and supply chain continuity across North America and beyond.

• Coordinate global ocean, air and ground routing with freight forwarders; optimize logistics metrics such as OTD and utilization.
• Oversee and audit customs brokers in the US/Canada and Mexican agents, validating Pedimentos, Customs Entries and B3 Forms.
• Generate metrics on volume and dollar value of logistics and customs activities, including ports, airports and border crossings.
• Verify that international shippers comply with destination country entry regulations by reviewing shipping documents and pre‑clearance requirements.
• Ensure Importer Security Filing (ISF) submissions meet mandatory deadlines to avoid late‑filing penalties.
• Monitor logistics suppliers for contract, SLA and performance compliance; guarantee timely payment processing.

• Manage and audit electronic transmissions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and partner agencies (FDA, EPA, DOT).
• Monitor and audit compliance with CBSA and Canada’s CARM system.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with SAT, ANAM, NOMs and General Rules of Foreign Trade in Mexico.
• Collaborate on security certifications such as C‑TPAT, OEA and PIP.
• Design, implement and audit internal foreign trade document retention policies and audit trails.

• Design and guarantee correct logistics infrastructure for RMA and returns across global suppliers.
• Develop re‑export strategies for temporary export schemes, duty drawback and duties relief programs.
• Monitor in‑transit inventory to prevent stranded cargo at departure ports.

• Ensure all new SKUs receive accurate HTS codes and audit classification databases.
• Audit customs brokers for proper application of USMCA certificates of origin.
• Leverage additional free trade agreements (EU‑Mexico FTA, CPTPP, etc.) to minimize tariff costs.

• Manage variances between packing lists and received cargo, resolving shortages, overages or damage.
• Initiate corrections such as Pedimento rectifications, Post‑Summary corrections or customs amendments.
• Coordinate with warehouses and QA to isolate material quality issues and enforce supplier inspections.

• Consult on business cases for new import/export flows, integrating tariff and non‑tariff regulations early.
• Participate in high‑level decision‑making for specialized import/export operations.
• Lead PMO for implementing a Global Trade Management system across Mexico, the United States and Canada.

• Track import value, duty amounts and forecast financial expense.
• Identify potential fiscal contingencies and tax exposures; mitigate through audit.
• Register initiatives that generate cost savings via transportation efficiency or customs penalty avoidance.

• Track customs clearance volume and global shipment numbers.
• Monitor active global network of factories and overseas shippers.
• Track number of customs broker licenses and agencies managed.

• Coverage of customs ports and operational facilities across Mexico, the United States and Canada.
• Coordinate logistics across origin ports and airports in Asia, Europe, and LATAM.
• Manage compliance across SAT/ANAM, CBP, and CBSA legislation and partner agencies (NOMs, FDA, CARM).

• Collaborate with Trade Compliance, procurement, engineering, and sales teams to ensure operational legality and efficiency.
• Advise logistics and trade compliance directors on customs risks and provide actionable KPIs.
• Lead evaluation of freight forwarders and customs brokers across three countries, enforcing SLAs.

• Detail‑oriented and compliance‑driven with meticulous eye for detail.
• Strategic agility to balance trade compliance with supply chain speed.
• Cultural intelligence and strong communication skills for global teams.
• Full availability and willingness to travel as required.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, AX, Filmmaker, CASS, Easy Cargo, Marine traffic and related systems.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliation
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