Trade Compliance Analyst Lead (Hybrid)

We are currently seeking a Trade Compliance Analyst Lead to join our team. In this role you will serve as a senior subject-matter expert ensuring that Lakeshores global import and export activities meet all applicable U.S. and international trade regulations. This role provides advanced classification expertise leads complex cross-functional projects and drives continuous improvement in compliance processes reporting and controls. The Lead Trade Compliance Analyst acts as the primary liaison between internal teams customs brokers and regulatory agencies providing timely guidance managing escalations and supporting strategic decision-making through data analysis and risk assessments. The position requires operating with a high degree of independence as the successful candidate will influence key stakeholders and strengthen organizational compliance maturity while helping to shape policies procedures and standards that safeguard Lakeshores supply chain integrity. Applicants should have at least five years of import/export experience for an import broker or a medium to large corporation. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems using multiple data sources.

A day on the job looks like this:

• Classifying and identifying goods using the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and related regulatory standards while maintaining awareness of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) updates proposed changes and regulatory notices
• Leading cross-functional projects and partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities implement solutions support process optimization and appropriately escalate issues
• Acting as the primary point of contact managing shipment statuses and documentation for internal teams with specialized monitoring reporting or compliance needs
• Conducting thorough audits on customs entry declarations and maintaining a standard percentage of ongoing audits to ensure compliance and process improvement
• Partnering with senior leadership in the development administration and enforcement of policies and procedures to enhance compliance levels for both imports and exports
• Updating HTS classifications as changes are implemented by the CBP and as rulings are issued for imported products
• Preparing and analyzing trade compliance data and creating reports to track key performance indicators supporting data-driven decision-making
• Identifying and resolving customs clearance delays and compliance issues by working directly with customs brokers and relevant internal teams to ensure smooth processing escalating issues when necessary
• Managing and maintaining recordkeeping for customs entry declaration U.S. Antidumping and Countervailing Duties and other government agency requirements
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with export controls economic sanctions and country-specific import/export requirements for exported product

Qualifications :

Got the skills and experience Heres what were looking for:

• Bachelors degree
• U.S. Customs Brokers license is a plus
• 5 years of import/export experience for an import broker or a medium to large corporation
• 2 years of experience in a similar position
• 2 years of experience managing projects
• In-depth import/export knowledge including a deep understanding of U.S. Customs regulations HTS classifications import duties tariff engineering AD/CVD regulations PGA requirements plus export controls and economic sanctions
• Intermediate Excel and data analysis skills (advanced skills are a plus)
• Proficiency with core Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook Teams Word PowerPoint and SharePoint
• Ability to collaborate productively with individuals from diverse perspectives and backgrounds fostering a One Lakeshore approach
• Ability to apply best practices and interpret internal/external business challenges to recommend improvements
• Demonstrated accountability for driving outcomes independently with minimal direction
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems using multiple data sources
• Ability to take a new perspective on existing solutions and apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations
• Ability to independently evaluate options and recommend strategic or operational solutions
• Proven ability to influence outcomes across a range of key stakeholders operational project or service activities within broad guidelines or policies with accountability for achieving defined objectives
• Strong ability to explain difficult or sensitive information clearly when communicating with diverse audiences and influencing others to adopt a point of view
• Takes initiative to learn practice and apply new knowledge and skills

Additional Information :

And heres our end of the bargain!

At Lakeshore we pay local market wages for employees that reside within Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

For this position new employees joining Lakeshore who live within Los Angeles and Orange Counties are typically brought into the organization at a salary rate between $82000-$115000 depending on relevant experience & skillset.

This range is indicative of projected hiring range. The annual base compensation will take into account each candidates relevant experience location and skillset.

• Bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverageEPO PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefitschoose what you like ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dressand we really mean it

At Lakeshore we know our diversity makes us stronger and when everyone feels included and valued we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers families and children we serve.

We know we couldnt do the extraordinary things were doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group Lakeshore is more than a great place to workits a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out we give everything weve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success were constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if youre a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference wed love to hear from you. 
 
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time