Trade Compliance - Auditor/Data Analyst

Overview

About PHOENIX

PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at and

About Express

Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.

The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.

Location Name

Remote

Responsibilities

The Trade Compliance Auditor/Data Analyst is a dual-function role that provides critical audit and analytical support to the trade compliance department. This role combines compliance auditing with data analytics to ensure data integrity across all trade systems and using analytics to drive compliance and identify cost recovery opportunities. This position conducts regular internal audits of customs entries, FTZ entries, HTS classification records and balances to verify accuracy and compliance. The analyst manages data reconciliation between the ERP/FTZ systems and leverages analytics to transform complex data into actionable insights, helping the company maintain compliance, optimize duty savings, and continuously improve processes. In addition, the analyst will assist in development of tools needed to track performance of supplier related auto-classification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive internal audits of customs entries, verifying the accuracy of HTS classification, declared value, country of origin, and partner government agency (PGA) data.• Conduct regular audits of FTZ inventory and transactions, reconciling physical and digital records to ensure adherence to CBP's Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System (ICRS) requirements.• Analyze inventory data, including balances, adjustments, and movements, to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.• Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for compliance and FTZ operations.• Utilize data analysis to proactively identify duty savings opportunities, such as duty drawback eligibility, free trade agreement (FTA) applicability, and inverted tariff benefits.• Automate compliance reporting where possible and support the Trade Compliance Manager in preparing all data-driven reports for management and CBP.• Serve as the data expert during internal and external audits, providing a clean and organized audit trail to demonstrate "reasonable care." • Collaborate with the Trade Compliance Senior Specialist to audit supplier performance on the auto-classification process, ensuring data is entered accurately and timely.• Develop and implement data tracking tools to monitor supplier compliance metrics (i.e. on-time submission), providing data-driven feedback to the internal team.• Assist in the development of audit procedures

• Support special projects as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Experience:

3-5 years of experience in data analysis, inventory control, internal auditing, or trade compliance roles. 2+ years in trade compliance or supply chain preferred

Knowledge:

Knowledge of FTZ systems preferred

Proficient in systemic inventory reconciliation

Strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations and FTZ record-keeping and import processes

Exposure to vendor management desired

Experience in vendor performance tracking is a plus

Experience with ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) data and reporting is preferred

Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools

Knowledge of audit sampling techniques

Understanding of internal controls

Familiarity with compliance frameworks

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Analytical Capabilities:

• Ability to manage large datasets• Advanced problem-solving and root cause analysis• Data Analysis and reporting skills • Variance detection and reconciliation• Process mapping and optimization• Vendor performance tracking and reporting

Technical Competencies:

Advanced Excel including pivot tables and formulas

Data visualization capabilities

Documentation and workpaper skills

Report writing and presentation

Basic understanding of systems integration

Leadership Abilities:

Ability to work independently and build processes from the ground up

Change management capabilities

Communication:

Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for management

Clear and concise documentation and reporting

Ability to present findings effectively

Diplomatic approach to sensitive issues

Collaboration with multiple stakeholders

Ability to explain technical concepts simply

Personal Attributes:

Exceptional attention to detail

Self-directed and proactive

Strong organizational skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Ability to manage multiple priorities

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