Senior Trade Analyst

Livingston International; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston International is seeking a skilled Trade Analyst to perform a variety of trade-related functions within Global Trade Management. You will work with client teams, internal staff, and external parties to meet deliverables and support classification, import/export operations, and compliance initiatives.

The role emphasizes accurate data analysis, regulatory awareness, and collaboration across departments to optimize processes and drive client satisfaction within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience in trade, customs, or compliance.
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Analyze import/export data using Trade Applications to create docs and KPI reports.
• Perform HS and ECCN classification and determine FTA qualification applicability.
• Monitor changing priorities from clients and regulators.
• Interact with Livingston teams, clients, brokers, carriers, and freight forwarders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Respond to inquiries from customers and regulators.
• Audit work for quality and compliance.
• Develop desk-side training for Trade Analysts.
• Assist manager with daily workflow and process improvements.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Priority management

MS Office proficiency

Leadership

Education

High School/GED or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

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Join Livingston andgrow your career inthe constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.

Job Type:Full Time

Location:HomeOffice Michigan, MI Southfield - US017

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing varied trade related functions to client’s scope of work residing within Livingston International’s Global Trade Management functions. Work in conjunction with the direct management, functional or client teams, and external parties as necessary to meet and exceed client deliverables. The incumbent may specialize in one or more functional areas such as classification, import/export operations, restricted party screening, special trade programs, reconciliation, post entry and vendor performance management.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize Trade Applications & Software to analyze import and/or export data to create transactional documentation, KPI reports, perform HS & ECCN Classification, determining FTA Qualification applicability, etc.
• Monitor and adhere to changing priorities as required by the Client(s), Customs and other regulatory bodies, and management
• Interact with internal and external parties including other Livingston employees, clients, brokers, freight forwarders and carriers
• Troubleshoot and resolvecomplex issues
• Respond to inquiries from customers, brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, US Customs and other regulatory bodies
• Audit Trade Analyst work for quality and compliance
• Develop and deliver desk side training to Trade Analysts
• Contribute to process development and improvement
• Assist Manager in daily workflow oversight and management
• Adhere to established policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Superior communication skills, both written and oral
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• The ability to analyze and solve problems quickly
• The ability to set and manage priorities to meet all deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically with MS Word and MS Excel
• Display the characteristics of a leader
• The ability to make informed decisions in sometimes stressful situations
• A positive and flexible attitude is required
• A developed level of subject matter expertise in at least one of the following areas:
  • Import HS Classification
  • Export ECCN Classification
  • Reconciliation and/or Valuation
  • Broker Management
  • Post Entry
  • Free Trade Solicitation & Qualification
  • Freight & Export Operations
  • US Customs Brokerages Operations

WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED

3 years of related experience

EDUCATION

Required: High School/GED or equivalent

Preferred: Bachelors Degree or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION

COMPETENCIES

Customer First Focus

Business Acumen and Straight Talk

Accountability

Agility

Inclusion and Collaboration

Leading and Developing

Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.