The Trade Compliance & Logistics Analyst supports domestic and international freight operations by managing freight execution, compliance activities, cost controls, and carrier coordination. This role partners closely with PC&L, Engineering, Finance, Sales, Purchasing, and external freight forwarders to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective freight movement, tracking duties and reimbursement while supporting customer and regulatory requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Trade Compliance
- Coordinate HTS classification support for new programs and items outside the normal scope in partnership with Global Trade Solution Provider.
- Support C-TPAT compliance activities and related documentation.
- Coordinate USMCA data, certificate distribution, and customer requirements with Global Trade Solution Provider.
- Maintain accurate records of all inventory movements into and out of the zone in full compliance with CBP requirements.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by governing documentation for all inbound and outbound zone transfers
- Manage country-of-origin declarations and foreign trade correspondence.
- Support U.S. Customs ACH audit reviews, including coding validation and correction of invalid Importer of Record assignments.
- Review shipping documents, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and customs paperwork, for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain organized customs documentation and support audits of supplier and broker records.
- Escalate identified compliance concerns to management in a timely manner.
Freight Operations and Carrier Management
- Provide daily inbound and outbound freight support to maintain uninterrupted material and product flow.
- Recommend lanes, service levels, carriers, and consolidation opportunities that support operational and cost objectives.
- Provide freight-cost estimates for new supply chains in collaboration with international freight forwarders.
- Coordinate customs requirements, shipping documentation, freight transfers, and logistics setup for new products.
- Administer premium-freight logs and participate in escalation calls with freight forwarders.
- Research and resolve lost, delayed, or otherwise disrupted shipments.
- Support carrier pricing discussions and cost-saving opportunities.
- Work with the transportation team and 4PL provider to resolve freight-management issues.
Cost Management and Financial Administration
- Analyze international freight costs, service levels, and rates to reduce total acquisition cost.
- Review and process freight invoices through U.S. Bank systems, including non-compliance review, approval, and dispute resolution.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports for Finance, including GL account assignments, P&L input review, duties, freight costs, and audit findings.
- Partner with Accounting to establish freight budgets and review monthly invoice accuracy.
- Manage freight claims and track duties paid, including support for customer recovery submissions.
- Track and report premium-freight costs in accordance with IATF 16949 requirements.
Inventory and Cross-Functional Support
- Approve shipment authorization for international ex-works suppliers.
- Evaluate supply-chain constraints and identify opportunities to reduce freight cost, inventory, delivery lot sizes, and manual effort.
- Establish release methods for Kanban items with a focus on automation and process efficiency.
- Provide MRP and Purchasing teams with feedback regarding supplier performance and supply issues.
- Provide freight data and support to Finance, Purchasing, Engineering, and other functional teams, including supplier engagement.
- Participate in the North America Freight Team and support continuous-improvement initiatives.
Safety and other General Responsibilities
- Follow health, safety, environmental, PPE, housekeeping, and plant code-of-conduct requirements.
- Attend required safety and health training and support consistent application of established procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in international trade operations, customs, or supply chain compliance role
- Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) preferred
- Experience working with global team, Freight forwarder and 4PL (4th party provider)
- Ability to travel 5-10%
KEY JOB SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
- Working knowledge of customs regulations, HTS classification, country of origin, USMCA, C-TPAT, and international freight processes.
- Proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Excel; advanced Microsoft Office skills preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems; SAP or Oracle experience preferred.
- Ability to interpret shipping and customs documents with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow standard procedures, and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
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Pay & Benefits
Annual Salary Range: $ 70,400 – $ 96,800
Benefit info: U.S. Benefits – BorgWarner
Some of the benefits highlights below for all fulltime employees:
- Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
- Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
- Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
- Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1
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Salary Range:
$70,400 – $96,800
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