Import Trade Compliance Analyst

Job Description

The Import Compliance Analyst is a highly tactical role responsible for ensuring all imported goods comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position requires an action‑oriented professional with exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

• Regulatory Compliance
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications, and other import requirements.
  • Maintain accurate import documentation and ensure timely filing of customs entries.
• Operational Execution
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to resolve import issues quickly and effectively.
  • Track shipments and proactively address delays or compliance risks.
• Risk Management
  • Identify potential compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
  • Conduct audits of import transactions to ensure accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Process Improvement
  • Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce compliance risks.
  • Stay current on regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Highly action‑oriented with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities to meet organizational and individual goals.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Experience in import compliance, customs brokerage, or trade operations preferred.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation and customs clearance processes helpful.
• Collaboration:
  
  Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams, including logistics, procurement, and legal.
• Communication:
  Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Adaptability:
  Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and regulatory changes.
• Integrity:
  Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance excellence.
• Proactive Mindset:
  Anticipates issues before they arise and takes initiative to resolve them.

• 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 great ideas come from great teams.
• We recognize the importance of employee well‑being. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet your 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. Flexible time off plans, paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave are also offered.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisabil

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

No calls or agencies please.