Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Analyst

Flex; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex, a global manufacturing partner, is seeking a Logistics Analyst in Milpitas, CA to ensure import/export compliance and smooth global supply chain operations. Reporting to the Director, Materials and Logistics, you will play a key role in auditing customs documentation and coordinating with freight forwarders to prevent delays.

This position requires precision, strong communication, and hands-on experience with HTS codes, EEI filings, and Schedule B classifications, all aimed at maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in materials or related field.
• 3 years of experience in international logistics, import/export operations, or trade compliance preferred.
• A background in manufacturing is desired.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate directly with customs brokers to facilitate timely import entries and clear goods through ports of entry without delay.
• Review and verify import documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading, while validating HTS codes and customs valuation to ensure compliance with customs requirements.
• Audit customs entry summaries to confirm accurate duty, tax, tariff, and regulatory fee calculations (e.g., MPF/HMF).
• Maintain organized, audit‑ready import files and records in accordance with government regulatory retention standards.
• Prepare export documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and shipper’s letters of instruction, and ensure proper Schedule B and ECCN assignments for regulatory alignment.
• Submit and verify EEI filings through AES/ACE to maintain compliance with government regulations.
• Coordinate directly with freight forwarders and carriers to arrange international transport, secure bookings, and ensure seamless export clearances.
• Maintain organized, audit‑ready export files and records in accordance with government regulatory retention standards.
• Familiar with import and export required documentation and filings, including Commercial Invoices, Bills of Lading, CBP 7501, EEI submissions via AES/ACE, and securing ITNs for export shipments.
• Strong attention to detail in cross‑referencing multi‑line commercial invoices with customs entries to ensure accurate valuation, quantity verification, and country of origin declarations.
• Ability to track inbound and outbound international shipments, audit freight invoices, and resolve operational issues directly with freight forwarders, ocean carriers, and customs brokers to minimize transit delays.

Job description

Flex, a global manufacturing partner, is seeking a Logistics Analyst in Milpitas, CA to ensure import/export compliance and smooth global supply chain operations. Reporting to the Director, Materials and Logistics, you will play a key role in auditing customs documentation and coordinating with freight forwarders to prevent delays.

This position requires precision, strong communication, and hands-on experience with HTS codes, EEI filings, and Schedule B classifications, all aimed at maintaining