Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, United States
11 hours ago
Foreign Trade Zone Analyst

Company Description

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Job Description

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for international trade and compliance? We’re looking for a proactive Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Analyst to play a key role in optimizing and maintaining our FTZ operations.

In this role, you’ll leverage your expertise in foreign trade zone regulations and process improvement to ensure seamless daily operations, drive compliance, and identify cost-saving opportunities. You’ll be responsible for managing audits, maintaining regulatory compliance across multiple FTZs, and continuously enhancing efficiency within our trade operations.


Key Responsibilities:

FTZ Operations Support: Assist with day-to-day operations of the Foreign Trade Zone, including inventory control, documentation, and reporting for FTZ activities.Audit and Compliance Management: Support internal and external FTZ audits. Track FTZ transactions, ensuring proper documentation, accuracy, and compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and other relevant authorities.Operational Improvements & Savings Identification: Analyze FTZ operations and processes to identify potential areas for operational efficiency and cost-saving opportunities. Recommend process improvements and collaborate with stakeholders to implement changes.Data Management & Reporting: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of FTZ-related data, reports, and summaries. Ensure that records are accurate, timely, and compliant with all applicable regulations.Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about changes in FTZ-related regulations and assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant federal and state laws, including Customs regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and international trade policies.Training & Support: Provide support and training to internal teams regarding FTZ procedures, requirements, and best practices. Offer guidance on compliance and operational questions to various departments.Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including supply chain, logistics, and finance, to ensure FTZ operations are aligned with broader organizational goals and to address any FTZ-related issues or questions.Process Documentation: Assist in documenting FTZ procedures, process flows, and best practices to ensure consistency and clarity in operations

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field.Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in FTZ operations, trade compliance, logistics, or customs brokerage.Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations, FTZ policies, and import/export laws.Intermediate proficiency in FTZ management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Analytical mindset with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.


Preferred Qualifications:

FTZ Management (e.g., Certified Customs Specialist, FTZ Specialist).Experience with audit management and compliance programs.Familiarity with data analysis tools and reporting software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Integration Point, SAP).

Additional Information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable. 

In addition to your base salary, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plans with an employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave, adoption assistance; and reimbursement of education expenses. Learn more about our full benefits offerings by visiting: https://www.myboschbenefits.com/public/welcome. Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits.

EEO/OFCCP: Bosch is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. Bosch is fully committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities and to providing equal employment opportunity to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, sex, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation), national origin or ancestry, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions and aspects of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, retention, training, placement, promotion, advancement, transfers, job assignments, layoffs, leaves of absence, termination, and compensation. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to all aspects of employment.

Bosch is dedicated to maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local law, including but not limited to, affirmative action plan requirements, EEO-1 and VETS-4212 reporting, and I9 / work authorization guidance.

Please note that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date. 

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