Trade Compliance Analyst III
BenchmarkAt Benchmark , we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions. Position Summary The Trade Compliance Analyst III supports import and export activities and procedures that ensure compliance with local and international laws and regulatory regimes as applicable to the movement of goods internationally. Principal Responsibilities EXPORT ACTIVITIES Maintain knowledge of compliance to the EAR, the FTR and ITAR. Assist in review and/or writing export procedures. Work with Corporate Trade Compliance Management on any potential export compliance matters. Manage the Customer Document Vetting portal Manage the End User Certification process with all U.S. Benchmark customers Manage the export licensing log process Knowledge of export license exceptions and how to apply them on restricted exports Maintain the export license exception log when applicable. Prepare complex U.S. Department of Commerce licenses and/or export authorizations. Assist Corporate Trade Compliance Managers on managing of Annual Sales Reports for Dept of State agreements Conduct export classification (ECCN/USML) of documentation and/or products. Share updated, current parts database with brokers. Perform denied parties checks on business partners. Manage and coordinate daily export activity. Review and/or maintain site export documentation. Participate in Corporate quarterly export audits. Participate in Corporate annual Risk Assessments for Export Program. Participate in site export disclosures with Corporate Trade Compliance team. Assist Corporate Trade Compliance Manager on ruling requests and/or CCATs. Other compliance related duties as assigned. Assist with international transitions. Write and provide training to employees on export matters. Maintain and update classification information (ECCN, USML and licensing) in local part database and/or ERP system. Education / Experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Customs Broker license or Export Compliance Certification which has renewal requirements involving additional training annually or bi-annually Bachelor’s degree and/or 7 o r more years of export experience preferred Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Effective interpersonal skills Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required Effective organization and prioritization skills Demonstrate high attention to detail Ability to work with diverse groups Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism. Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment. Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools. Strong customer service and client focus Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required Effective negotiation and problem solving skills Ability to work in an ever-changing, dynamic, fast-paced environment Knowledge/Familiarity with “maquiladora/IMEX” operations a plus Knowledge/Familiarity working in an ERP system a plus Abilities Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 5 pounds 5% or less of the workday Must be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workday Must be able to talk, see, hear, con…