Associate, Trade Compliance (Salt Lake City, UT)

Job Title: Assoc Trade Compliance

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days totaling 80 hours worked and have every other Friday off

Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Trade Compliance Associate to join our Communication Systems Segment. This entry-level role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in trade compliance and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

As a Trade Compliance Associate you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with U.S. and international trade regulations. You will assist in the classification of goods preparation of documentation and research of trade regulations while collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understanding Trade Regulations:Learn and interpret import/export regulations tariffs sanctions and other relevant trade rules.
• Classifying Goods:Assist in determining proper classification of products under systems like the Harmonized System (HS) and assigning relevant tariff codes and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs).
• Researching and Monitoring:Stay updated on changes to trade laws and regulations identify their impact on the business and research specific compliance requirements.
• Data Management and Analysis:Maintain accurate records utilize trade management tools and generate reports on trade activity or compliance metrics.
• Supporting Compliance Initiatives:Assist with audits assessments and the implementation of compliance programs and procedures.
• Communication and Collaboration:Interact with internal departments (e.g. logistics legal and finance) external partners (e.g. customs brokers freight forwarders) and potentially government agencies.

Essential Skills:

• Attention to Detail:Meticulous review of documents and data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Analytical Thinking:Ability to interpret complex regulations and identify potential compliance risks.
• Communication Skills:Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Research Skills:Efficiently research regulations policies and trade data.
• Organizational Skills:Manage documentation recordkeeping and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Computer Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with trade compliance software (e.g. SAP Trade Automation).

Required Basic Qualifications:

• To be eligible applicants must be pursuing a Bachelors Degree in business or have completed their Bachelors degree within the last 12 months regardless of age.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including creating spreadsheets using formulas and generating pivot tables.
• DataVisualization Expertise: Ability to create interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to effectively communicate trade compliance metrics and insights
• Machine Learning Knowledge: Understanding of machine learning algorithms and their application in automating classification tasks such as assigning tariff codes or ECCNs.