Freight & Tariff Analyst

Ziehl-Abegg-2; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Health, Dental and Vision options

Life Insurance and Disability coverage

401(k) match

20 PTO days per year

11 holidays per year with floating day

Career advancement and training

Job summary

ZIEHL-ABEGG, a world-leading fan and motor manufacturer, seeks a Freight & Tariff Analyst to manage and optimize freight costs across domestic and international supply chains. You will handle tariff classifications, customs compliance, and landed cost calculations while coordinating with logistics, procurement, and finance teams.

A Bachelor's in finance or related field and 3–5 years of relevant experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3–5 years of freight analysis or import/export experience.
• Strong knowledge of Incoterms and tariff regulations.
• Experience with HTS codes and duty drawback preferred.
• Proficient in Excel; Power BI and SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and approve freight, duty, tariff invoices and discrepancies.
• Administer import/export documentation per regulations.
• Coordinate shipments with brokers, carriers, and forwarders.
• Analyze freight costs and landed costs to identify savings.
• Maintain tariff classifications (HTS) and monitor regulatory changes.
• Audit freight charges and customs entries for accuracy.
• Develop reports, KPIs, budgets, and forecasts for freight costs.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Logistics, and Finance to control costs.
• Implement process improvements in freight management and compliance.
• Support month-end close and regulatory reviews.
• Continuously evaluate processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Freight analysis

Import/export operations

Customs compliance

HTS classifications

Landed cost calculations

Tariff schedules

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

With over 100 years’ accumulated experience, ZIEHL-ABEGG is the world leading fan and motor manufacturer. We are the proven leader in the fan and ventilation market, providing innovative and energy efficient solutions to our business partners and customers.

The Freight & Tariff Analyst is responsible for analyzing, managing, and optimizing freight, duty, tariff, and transportation-related costs across domestic and international supply chains. This role ensures accurate tariff classification, customs compliance, freight invoice validation, landed cost calculations, and reporting of transportation expenses. The position works closely with Logistics, Procurement, Finance, Customs Brokers, and Freight Forwarders to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risks associated with global trade regulations.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Manage and approve all freight, duty, tariff, and transportation-related invoices, ensuring accurate billing, proper allocation, contract compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Administer and maintain all import/export documentation processes in compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and international trade regulations, ensuring records are accurate, current, and properly maintained within tracking systems.
• Support import and export operations by coordinating shipment logistics, customs documentation, freight forwarders, brokers, carriers, and other service providers to ensure efficient and compliant movement of goods.
• Analyze freight expenses, carrier performance, transportation routes, tariffs, duties, taxes, and landed costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Maintain and validate tariff classifications (HTS codes), monitor changes in trade regulations and tariff schedules, and communicate business impacts and compliance requirements to management.
• Conduct audits of freight charges, customs entries, shipping documentation, and transportation spend to identify discrepancies, overpayments, compliance risks, and opportunities for recovery.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze reports, KPIs, budgets, and forecasts related to freight costs, duty expense, transportation efficiency, and trade compliance performance.
• Partner with Purchasing, Logistics, Operations, Finance, and external service providers to improve visibility, accuracy, and control of transportation and import-related costs.
• Develop and implement process improvements, internal controls, and best practices related to freight management, customs compliance, and global trade operations.
• Support month-end close activities, customs audits, regulatory reviews, sourcing initiatives, logistics optimization projects, and other business objectives as required.
• Continuously evaluate supply chain processes to drive operational efficiencies, cost reductions, and compliance improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in freight analysis, import/export operations, customs compliance, logistics, or supply chain finance.
• Strong understanding of international shipping practices, Incoterms, customs regulations, and tariff classifications.
• Experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes and duty drawback programs preferred.
• Knowledge of freight audit and payment processes.
• Experience analyzing transportation costs, carrier performance, and landed cost calculations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel capabilities.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Ability to interpret complex customs regulations and tariff requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Power BI, and Outlook.

We offer:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program- We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision options.
• Company-paid Life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement account with a generous company match
• Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year.
• Holidays totaling eleven days (11) per calendar year including a floating holiday of employee’s choice.
• Career advancement and training opportunities
• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.