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American Eagle Outfitters Inc. · 19 hours ago

Analyst - Trade & Regulatory Compliance

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

3+ years exp

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is a portfolio of unique and loved brands specializing in high-quality apparel and accessories. The Analyst - Trade and Regulatory Compliance will assist in executing compliant import/export activities and collaborate with various business partners to ensure adherence to trade regulations.

Fashion

Hiring Manager

Marcia Dorosiev

Responsibilities

Assist in the maintenance of internal import/export processes, procedures, and controls; upgrade and/or improve upon internal policies and processes to ensure on-going compliance in accordance with corporate policy guidelines

Review daily transaction documentation to ensure accurate and compliant customs declarations

Conduct monthly in-depth audits and work with the necessary business partners to implement first sale compliance related changes as needed

Partner with internal business partners to identify new candidates for first sale participation

Partner with external business partners to audit existing first sale partners

Facilitate new vendor on-boarding trainings for First Sale for Export program

Stay abreast of US trade laws and customs regulations as well as global standards; provide updates to management of new developments and potential risks/liabilities as well as any required modifications to current procedures

Manage the Supply Chain Compliance team’s resolution of Customs entry issues and concerns

Assist with strategic projects to improve efficiency, compliance, and cost reduction initiatives

Collaborate with other corporate regions (e.g., Mexico, Europe, and Licensed Locations), as well as the Legal Department, the Production Team, the Tax Department, the Transportation Teams, and other internal departments on trade and regulatory compliance matters

Lead system enhancements for continuing improvement of trade data management by working collaboratively with our cross-functional technology partners

Review and update the AEO Import Manual and AEO Corporate Vendor Manual, First Sale Manual and SOP’s

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

First sale methodologyCustoms complianceInternational trade regulationsAnalytical skillsProject managementCustomer service attitudeCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Knowledge of first sale methodology is required

Minimum of 3 years of experience managing customs and international trade and regulatory compliance programs; experience in the apparel industry a plus

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or logistics and/or equivalent work experience

Excellent communication skills (both oral and written); demonstrated analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills; strong organizational and time management skills; attention to detail

Solid knowledge and working understanding of international trade rules and regulations, including customs compliance, process control, internal and external audits: classification, valuation, Incoterms, origin, PGA's, and first sale

Positive attitude toward customer service in meeting the needs of internal and external business partners including timely follow up and sense of urgency

Demonstrated ability to weigh risk areas and business objectives, to propose and implement realistic solutions, and to turn complex trade and regulatory compliance requirements into scalable processes

Ability to work well and indirectly manage others in a highly cross-functional and cross-regional team environment

Ability to drive complex, cross functional projects including setting scope, reaching consensus, executing on tasks, and presenting results

Ability to travel domestically and internationally on occasion