DCL Compliance Analyst

Disney Experiences; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 68,600 - 91,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Performance bonus

Long-term incentive units

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line seeks a Compliance Analyst to support import/export operations within the Trade Operations team of Disney Parks Product Development and Retail. You will ensure compliance with customs and trade regulations across global shipments, focusing on new ships, loading, and provisioning itineraries.

In this role you’ll manage ECCN designations, tariff classifications, and coordination with partner government agencies, while assisting the Manager with daily tasks and KPI reporting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent coursework in international trade.
• CES or MES certification preferred.
• Certified Import Specialist (CIS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on import/export tariff classifications and ECCN requests.
• Ensure classifications justified and well-documented.
• Participate in classification sessions with stakeholders.
• Develop training and improve workflows.
• Monitor import/export operations including Restricted Party Screening (RPS).
• Assist Manager with creation of Metrics/KPIs for reporting.

Skills

Tariff classification

ECCN designation

Restricted Party Screening

KPI reporting

Cross-functional communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

MES or CES certification

CIS certification

Tools

MS Office suite

ERP systems

Job description

This role supports DCL’s import and export activities within the Trade Operations team under Trade Management, part of Disney’s Parks Product Development and Retail division. The position focuses on ensuring compliance with all applicable customs and international trade regulations across global shipping transactions particularly new ships are built operations and loading and off‑loading merchandise and provisions from the ship’s itinerary.

The DCL Compliance Analyst is also responsible for export tariff classifications and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs). The role also supports the Manager with executions of daily operations tasks, and the management of customs‑related matters, including coordination with Partner Government Agencies (PGAs).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Customs Specialists to prioritize and complete import and export tariff classification and ECCN requests.
• Ensure tariff classifications and ECCN determinations are accurate, well‑documented, and fully justified.
• Participate in product classification sessions and operational meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate and improve workflows and operating procedures; develop solutions and deliver process‑related training.
• Support efforts on new ships build operations, monitor import/export operations, including Restricted Party Screening (RPS), with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Review post‑classification and customs entry filings to provide guidance and corrective actions.
• Support Customs Export Specialists in resolving clearance‑related issues.
• Contribute to setting objectives within the assigned area of responsibility, with work reviewed against organizational goals and timelines.
• Assist Manager with the creation of Metrics- KPI’s for periodic reporting.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of import and export tariff classification, particularly for general merchandise, industrial and mechanical marine equipment, construction materials, and food‑related equipment.
• Strong expertise in ECCN designation and Restricted Party Screening.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, resilient, and results driven.
• Cruise line industry experience is a plus.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent coursework in international trade.
• CES or Master Export Specialist (MES) certification preferred.
• Certified Import Specialist (CIS) preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in export operations.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.

The hiring range for this position in Florida is $68,600 - $91,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.