Trade Compliance Analyst

$52,000 - $58,000/Yr

Richmond International Forest Products - Glen Allen, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Glen Allen, VA

Wood Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Trade Compliance Analyst at Richmond International Forest Products (RIFP) plays a crucial role in ensuring adherence to import compliance policies and procedures. This position involves supporting the Trade Compliance Manager in developing and implementing compliance programs, maintaining accurate import records, and providing expert support to company leaders. The analyst will also be responsible for managing compliance packets, conducting audits, and ensuring timely completion of compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring the policies, processes and procedures outlined in FCTG's Import Compliance Program are followed by all RIFP employees.
• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate compliance policies and/or programs.
• Assist the Trade Compliance Manager to ensure policies, processes and procedures are updated and current.
• Provide company leaders and key stakeholders with Subject Matter Expert (SME) support.
• Work with Trade Compliance Manager to identify, support, and lead opportunities for improvement in Trade Compliance.
• Perform and Complete ACE Reports and Training as needed.
• Assist in the management of Import Assessments & Compliance Improvement Plans (CIPs).
• Create and Maintain operating companies import records to ensure compliance with all legal requirements and enable timely and efficient audit of all transactions for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain operating companies HTS Database of products, Including Country of Origin.
• Assist in completion and review all operating company Import Compliance Packets to ensure that they are accurate, complete and to get ready for signoff as second review by Trade compliance Manager.
• Verify the information for and complete and sign all PPQ - 505 documents for the OPCO as required.
• Work closely with import operations team, mill, or import traders to complete Compliance Packets that are not complete or have issues.
• Ensure that all Compliance Packets are completed initially within 7 days of being cleared through US Customs.
• Participate with Controller on any audits that are conducted by FCTG, CBP, or any other governmental agency.
• Scan and upload compliance packets into internal databasing system for recordkeeping compliance requirements.
• Request and maintain up-to-date certifications/documentation from foreign suppliers for pertinent laws and regulations.
• Input statistical information into internal database to provide proper forecasting and reports data.
• Continue education through certification courses to ensure competent thorough knowledge of import compliance is maintained.
• Attend training/conferences domestically within the contiguous United States as needed.
• Assist in any other special projects for Controller, President, or Trade Compliance Manager.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of college education required, must have at least an associate's degree, bachelor's degree is preferred.
• General experience in business, auditing, supply chain, procurement, or related field is a plus for this position.
• Experience in Import Compliance is a plus but not required for this position.
• Ability to identify, acquire, and analyze pertinent data to drive recommendations and decisions.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail and reviewing documents to find problems and discrepancies are key in this position.
• Self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Positive demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be a team player who can lead and interact well with groups.
• MS Office suite skills to include Excel data management skills, Word, PowerPoint and Visio. AS/400 experience is a plus.
• Prioritization and good organizational skills. Detail-oriented and proactive in management of projects and tasks.
• Good written & verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance