Global Trade & Compliance Analyst

Arclin; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arclin in Richmond, VA is seeking a Global Trade & Compliance Analyst to lead the administration of the Global Trade Compliance Program, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant and cost-friendly global trade operations.

The role focuses on governance, analytics, and process improvements, including SAP and Global Trade Management system optimization, tariff mitigation, and KPI reporting, with opportunities to drive automation and risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in trade compliance, customs, logistics, or international business.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and data visualization skills.
• Experience with SAP, Power BI, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.
• Professional certifications such as LCB, CCS, or CES are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the Global Trade Compliance Program, including policies, procedures, controls, and SOPs.
• Develop and standardize compliance governance processes across all global regions.
• Support internal audits, compliance assessments, and corrective action plans.
• Oversee the company Duty Drawback Program and drive duty recovery opportunities.
• Identify duty savings through FTAs, special trade programs, and tariff mitigation initiatives.
• Maintain global trade compliance KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, and leadership presentations.
• Analyze tariff impacts, duty exposure, and trade-related costs across regions and business units.
• Develop executive summaries and business cases supporting sourcing and supply chain decisions.
• Track compliance performance, audit findings, training completion, broker performance, and savings initiatives.
• Support implementation and optimization of SAP and Global Trade Management systems.
• Lead process improvement efforts focused on automation, efficiency, and risk reduction.
• Partner with Regional Trade & Compliance Managers to ensure consistent execution of global standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data visualization

Power BI

Excel

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Spruance
5401 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Richmond, VA 23234, USA

Description

GLOBAL TRADE & COMPLIANCE ANALYST

About Arclin

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean,protect first responders and members of the military,and preservethe purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operatewith the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technologythat helps stall flames and save livesto the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trustedto protect those who serve,strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

About The Role:

The Global Trade & Compliance Analyst will lead the administration of the Global Trade Compliance Program through governance, reporting, analytics, duty optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Partner with Regional Trade & Compliance Managers, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Logistics teams to enable compliant and cost-effective global trade operations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee and maintain the Global Trade Compliance Program, including policies, procedures, controls, and SOPs.
• Develop and standardize compliance governance processes across all global regions.
• Support internal audits, compliance assessments, and corrective action plans.
• Oversee the company Duty Drawback Program and drive duty recovery opportunities.
• Identify duty savings through FTAs, special trade programs, and tariff mitigation initiatives.
• Maintain global trade compliance KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, and presentations to support leadership reporting.
• Analyze tariff impacts, duty exposure, and trade-related costs across regions and business units.
• Develop executive summaries and business cases supporting sourcing and supply chain decisions.
• Track compliance performance, audit findings, training completion, broker performance, and savings initiatives.
• Support implementation and optimization of SAP and Global Trade Management systems.
• Lead process improvement efforts focused on automation, efficiency, and risk reduction.
• Partner with Regional Trade & Compliance Managers to ensure consistent execution of global standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in trade compliance, customs, logistics, supply chain, or international business.
• Customs Broker License a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and data visualization skills.
• Experience with SAP, Power BI, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of duty drawback, FTA programs, customs regulations, and global trade operations.
• Professional certifications such as LCB, CCS, or CES are a plus.

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