Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a
Trade Operations Analyst for a
Contract assignment with one of our premier
SaaS clients in
San Jose, CA or San Francisco, CA. Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. This is a Hybrid role.
The Trade Operations Analyst will work with the Trade Operations group involved in the following areas: Export Regulations, Import Regulations, Customs Regulations, Trade, Logistics, for both international and domestic shipping. The Trade Operations group handles carriers, freight forwarders and brokers worldwide, coordinates critical shipments as well as shipments that may be delayed during the customs clearance process anywhere in the world. Corporate Trade Operations ensures the client follows U.S. export regulations for shipments originating domestically and internationally.
The Trade Operations Analyst will receive direction from and work closely with the Manager of Worldwide Trade Operations and team headquartered in San Jose, California. The Trade Operations Analyst will be encouraged to tackle multiple projects simultaneously and work independently to resolve them. Additionally, they must develop knowledge of the different functional groups and be able to support their business needs. A major part of supporting business needs involves ensuring established processes and procedures account for the implications of noncompliance, as it relates to the interpretation and application of import and export laws and regulations governing the movement of software product, business, and personal shipments. The Trade Operations Analyst will follow all standard operating procedures and suggest process improvement opportunities as they present themselves
Responsibilities :
- Perform Denied Parties Screening to align with U.S. export and other legal requirements
- Worldwide import/export clearance support
- Commercial Invoice Review
- Update and maintain SOP's and Internal Compliance Manual
- Work with key business partners such as Order Management, Procurement, Legal, eCommerce to ensure compliance with new business initiatives
- Represent Trade Operations on cross functional teams as needed
- Perform periodic risk assessment to identify gaps in processes, drive automation and improve processes wherever possible
- Reviews and approves freight payables
- Handles loss and damages claims
- Vendor and Broker management
Required Skills :
- Knowledge of U.S. Export Laws and Regulations
- Experience working with domestic and international freight forwarders
- Experience with SAP GTS or similar Export Management System a plus
- Experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule and essentials of import and export activities
- Project Management skills a plus
- Software industry experience beneficial
- Experience with global, multinational companies
- Experience working with a geographically dispersed team beneficial
- Proven flexibility in dynamic environments and ability to adapt to shifting priorities
- Strong analytical, problem solving and multi-tasking skills
- Good written communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of an organization
- Good written and spoken English required
- BA/BS or proven experience in fast paced environment
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.