Trade Classification Analyst

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Trade Classification Analyst 

Location: Austin, TX

Job ID: 27275

Do you have a strong interest in International Trade and Compliance and working with innovative products? Do you enjoy researching and problem solving in support of customs export control regulations?  Do you have an acumen for technical products and relationship building in supporting internal and external stakeholders? If you are interested in developing your skills in trade operations, this is the career role for you!

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,000 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

HID Trade Operations:

This position will be a part of the Global Trade team and will report to the Global Trade Classification Manager, as part of HID operations. This role will be responsible for classification of HID products in adherence to international trade regulatory standards. You will work closely across multiple functional areas and some external partnerships in supporting proper classification for HID products globally.

As our Trade Classification Analyst, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Determining the classification of products using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. according to the General Rules of Interpretation, Binding Rulings, and other established customs guidelines.
• Applying the criteria specified in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to determine the appropriate Export Control Classification Number (ECCN).
• Maintaining and updating product classification details in ERP and supporting systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Engineering and Procurement, to gather necessary information and documentation for accurate classification.
• Administering internal audit processes for accurate classifications for import entries.
• Auditing and providing oversight of third-party providers (i.e., customs brokers).
• Responding to classification inquiries and shipment issues from customs brokers, government agencies, internal customers, external customers, and vendors for international shipments.
• Continuously evaluating and improving processes and procedures to streamline and enhance trade compliance efforts.
• Keeping updated on changes in trade classifications and communicating any potential impact to the company.

What we will like about your background: 

• Working knowledge of trade regulations, tariffs, and preferential trade agreements, import/export policies, and custom clearance procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities.
• Experience working in a global and matrixed organization.

Your Experience and Education include:       

• Bachelor’s Degree highly preferred.
• Engineering or Business Administration (preferably Supply chain related field) a big plus.

• 2-4 years’ experience in a supply chain, logistics and/or trade compliance in a manufacturing company preferred.

• Excellent organizational, planning, communication, listening and analytical skills required.

• Experience in reading and understanding technical drawings and specifications of highly technical items such as RF/Encrypted products is preferred. 
• Proficiency with MS office applications.
• Experience with Oracle ERP and other data analytic platforms a plus.

Who you are as a Team Member:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Willingness to ‘roll up sleeves and dive deep into tactical work when necessary.
• Strong team player and ability to work well with others.
• You welcome opportunities to incorporate diversity into your work, including valuing different backgrounds, experiences and opinions. You also embrace creating and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

This opportunity may be open to flexible working arrangements.

HID is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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