Trade Compliance Auditor

About PHOENIX

PHOENIXRetail LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern confident and effortless stylewhether dressing for work everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores 50 Bonobos Guideshops and online at.

About Express

Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980 the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work everyday or special occasions Express ensures you look and feel your best wherever life takes you.

The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico the store and the Express mobile app.

The Trade Compliance Auditor/Data Analyst is a dual-function role that provides critical audit and analytical support to the trade compliance department. This role combines compliance auditing with data analytics to ensure data integrity across all trade systems and using analytics to drive compliance and identify cost recovery opportunities. This position conducts regular internal audits of customs entries FTZ entries HTS classification records and balances to verify accuracy and compliance. The analyst manages data reconciliation between the ERP/FTZ systems and leverages analytics to transform complex data into actionable insights helping the company maintain compliance optimize duty savings and continuously improve addition the analyst will assist in development of tools needed to track performance of supplier related auto-classification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform comprehensive internal audits of customs entries verifying the accuracy of HTS classification declared value country of origin and partner government agency (PGA) data.
Conduct regular audits of FTZ inventory and transactions reconciling physical and digital records to ensure adherence to CBPs Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System (ICRS) requirements.
Analyze inventory data including balances adjustments and movements to identify discrepancies investigate root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Develop track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for compliance and FTZ operations.
Utilize data analysis to proactively identify duty savings opportunities such as duty drawback eligibility free trade agreement (FTA) applicability and inverted tariff benefits.
Automate compliance reporting where possible and support the Trade Compliance Manager in preparing all data-driven reports for management and CBP.
Serve as the data expert during internal and external audits providing a clean and organized audit trail to demonstrate reasonable care.
Collaborate with the Trade Compliance Senior Specialist to audit supplier performance on the auto-classification process ensuring data is entered accurately and timely.
Develop and implement data tracking tools to monitor supplier compliance metrics (i.e. on-time submission) providing data-driven feedback to the internal team.
Assist in the development of audit procedures

Support special projects as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business Data Analytics or a related field.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in data analysis inventory control internal auditing or trade compliance roles. 2 years in trade compliance or supply chain preferred

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of FTZ systems preferred
• Proficient in systemic inventory reconciliation
• Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ record-keeping and import processes
• Exposure to vendor management desired
• Experience in vendor performance tracking is a plus
• Experience with ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) data and reporting is preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of audit sampling techniques
• Understanding of internal controls
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Analytical Capabilities:

Ability to manage large datasets
Advanced problem-solving and root cause analysis
Data Analysis and reporting skills
Variance detection and reconciliation
Process mapping and optimization
Vendor performance tracking and reporting

Technical Competencies:

• Advanced Excel including pivot tables and formulas
• Data visualization capabilities
• Documentation and workpaper skills
• Report writing and presentation
• Basic understanding of systems integration

Leadership Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and build processes from the ground up
• Change management capabilities

Communication:

• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for management
• Clear and concise documentation and reporting
• Ability to present findings effectively
• Diplomatic approach to sensitive issues
• Collaboration with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to explain technical concepts simply

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Self-directed and proactive
• Strong organizational skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

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An equal opportunity employer PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal state or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIXonly hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability please call 1- and say Associate Relations orsend an e-mail toand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.