Senior Analyst, Trade Compliance and Operations

Norsk Hydro; Illinois; On-site; USD 86,934 - 118,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Rosemont, IL is seeking a Senior Analyst to oversee trade compliance and operations, ensuring adherence to international trade laws and regulations. You will collaborate with internal teams to implement strategies and optimize international logistics to support business goals.

The role requires at least five years in trade compliance, a US Customs Broker license, and strong knowledge of regulatory processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in Trade Compliance related role.
• U.S. Customs Broker License.
• In-depth knowledge of trade compliance regulations and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate and provide guidance and training to various departments on international logistics and trade compliance.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Operations, and other relevant departments to align trade compliance strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure imports are compliant with U.S. CBP regulations including HTS classification, valuation, country of origin, AD/CVD, FTAs, and PGA declarations.
• Regular collaboration with customs brokerage partner and freight forwarders.
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Review FTA qualifications and issue certificates as needed.
• Issue and maintain customs broker scorecards measuring adherence to business rules.
• Maintain trade compliance KPIs.
• Classify products for import (HTS) and export (Schedule B and ECCN).

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in international business or supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

SharePoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

Senior Analyst, Trade Compliance and Operations

Location: Rosemont, IL, US, 60018 | Career area: Supply Chain Management | Department: Trade Compliance | Job Type: Permanent | Apply by: August 25, 2026

What we offer you

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Pay Range: $86,934 - $118,210

Job Summary

The Senior Analyst, Trade Compliance and Operations, will be responsible for overseeing trade compliance and international logistics activities to ensure the company adheres to all applicable international trade laws and regulations. This role will involve collaborating with internal stakeholders, implementing trade compliance strategies, and optimizing trade operations to support business goals.

What you will be doing

• Support the development and maintenance of trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate and provide guidance and training to various departments on international logistics and trade compliance – including Logistics, Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service and Research & Development (R&D).
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Operations, and other relevant departments to align trade compliance strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure company imports are compliant with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) import regulations such as Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, valuation, country of origin, assists, record keeping, antidumping/countervailing (AD/CVD), free trade agreements (FTA), special trade programs, and Partner Government Agency (PGA) declarations.
• Regular collaboration with customs brokerage partner and freight forwarders.
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Review free trade agreement (FTA) qualifications and issue certificates as needed.
• Issue and maintain customs broker scorecards measuring adherence to business rules.
• Maintain operational and compliance related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Classify products for import (HTS) and export (Schedule B and ECCN).

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in Trade Compliance related role.
• U.S. Customs Broker License.
• In-depth knowledge of trade compliance regulations and operational processes.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in international business or supply chain preferred.
• General knowledge of Purchasing procedures.
• Familiarity with Incoterms.
• International Logistics experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to develop and deliver training material relevant to Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Research & Development (R&D), etc.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess risk and develop compliance strategies.
• Problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing compliance issues.
• Highly motivated, self‑starting, results oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Beneficial to have experience in Microsoft Access, Power BI and SharePoint.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.