Import Trade Compliance Analyst

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in the United States is seeking an Import Compliance Analyst to ensure all imported goods meet applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role demands an action‑oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast paced environment and can manage priorities effectively.

You will monitor CBP regulations and HTS classifications, maintain import documentation, coordinate with freight forwarders and brokers, and perform timely filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks under tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor CBP regulations, HTS classifications, and import requirements.
• Maintain import documentation and ensure timely filings of customs entries.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to resolve import issues quickly and effectively.
• Track shipments and proactively address delays or compliance risks.
• Identify potential compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct audits of import transactions to ensure accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce compliance risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Import Compliance Analyst is a highly tactical role responsible for ensuring all imported goods comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position requires an action-oriented professional with exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

The Import Compliance Analyst is a highly tactical role responsible for ensuring all imported goods comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position requires an action-oriented professional with exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications, and other import requirements.
  • Maintain accurate import documentation and ensure timely filing of customs entries.
• Operational Execution:
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to resolve import issues quickly and effectively.
  • Track shipments and proactively address delays or compliance risks.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify potential compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
  • Conduct audits of import transactions to ensure accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Process Improvement:
  • Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce compliance risks.
  • Stay current on regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.

Who You Are:

• You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing, unpredictable situations. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You understand that different situations may call for different approaches.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Highly action-oriented with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities to meet organizational and individual goals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in import compliance, customs brokerage, or trade operations preferred.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation and customs clearance processes helpful.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including logistics, procurement, and legal.
• Communication: Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and regulatory changes.
• Integrity: Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance excellence.
• Proactive Mindset: Anticipates issues before they arise and takes initiative to resolve them.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!