Trade Compliance, Customs & Logistics Analyst Sr

Purpose Statement:  The Trade Analyst Sr will assist local, regional and global trade teams with import and export compliance activities. This role will support operational excellence in Custom and Trade Compliance to ensure the timely and compliant flow of goods and technology. The role will partner with the business to create compliant customer solutions for existing and new customers. This individual will lead enhancements the Trade Compliance function.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Support operational excellence in Custom and Trade Compliance by assigning import/export classifications, performing clearance activities, obtaining relevance licenses and permits, resolving clearance delays with service providers, conducting restricted party screening, and maintaining records to local requirements.
• Draft and update trade-related standard operating procedures, work instructions, process mapping, and other governance documents, as well as conduct relevant training for internal groups to support Plexus' compliance with applicable trade regulations.
• Engage internal stakeholders and external customers by interpreting applicable regulatory and operational requirements to create solutions that enable compliant, efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the strength of the Plexus trade compliance and logistics program, which may include but not limited to generating metrics/KPIs and identifying gaps, conducting data analysis, supporting audits, reviewing process effectiveness, managing service providers (e.g., customs brokers, freight companies, forwarders), and implementing corrective actions.
• Additional trade compliance, customs, and logistics duties as assigned

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent work experience.

Other Qualifications:  

• Advanced Computer Skills.
• Advanced Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills.
• Advanced Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
• Advanced Google Workspace or MS Office Skills Specifically (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Access).
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements:  

• Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements:  

• Less than 40%

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.