Trade Compliance Analyst Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the trade compliance analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for operational support and manage trade compliance processes for Caterpillar Distribution Center in Singapore and Japan, reporting to the AP Transportation manager.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Excellent executive presentation skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of other country licensing regulations and regimes
• Experience working with engineering teams, R&D teams and product development systems
• Experience with international trade flows and import/export documentation covering Europe, Middle East, US, and Switzerland
• Experienced in customs brokerage activities
• Affinity with AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) and C-TPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) certification processes and Export controls rules
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to facilitate resolution issues and to convey complex information across all levels of the organization
• Strong understanding of US, Asia, Europe & Latin America laws and regulations to ensure compliance

In response to your job posting for trade compliance analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for assistance and expert advice upon request of Business Units, for example with complex EAR, ITAR, and HTS classifications, license applications, special trade programs,….

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Flexible, hardworking team player and motivator including strong people skills
• Technical learning agility
• Canada CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) current certification preferred
• SAP and GTS (Global Trade Services) systems knowledge preferred
• International Experience with Trade Compliance expertise is preferred
• Project management experience and/or PMP certification is preferred
• Understanding of Customs Law and its regulations and Customs Operation system
• Knowledge of international agreements and compliance requirements

In response to your job posting for trade compliance analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for subject matter knowledge and experience in international trade compliance to the program employees in Saudi Arabia.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• International travel is possible
• Proficient in English and Mandarin preferred
• Broad functional knowledge of import and export regulations in Asia Pacific region, particularly China
• Technical knowledge related to import compliance, classification and duty preference programs
• Expert knowledge of U.S. ITAR and EAR Regulations desirable
• Experience with D-Trade, Snap-R, OCR software preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
• Report to Director of Global Trade Compliance

Please consider me for the trade compliance analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance to various departments on international logistics and trade compliance, including Transportation, Merchandising, Marketing and Warehouse.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• To be based in Tuas
• Understands Import/Export laws and regulations
• CBP website knowledge regarding C-TPAT, ACE, SNAP-R, and AES
• Previous experience working in a customs agent/broker’s agency, multinational company, consulting firm, pharmaceutical company or logistics service provider preferred
• Knowledge on EU and Irish import regulations and activities
• Solid knowledge of US Export Administration Regulations and controls
• Knowledge of Treasury/OFAC Sanction Regulations and controls
• Expertise with Oracle or other ERP systems

I am excited to be applying for the position of trade compliance analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for subject matter expertise on implementation and compliance activities for arms control treaties and international agreements impacting Air Force equities.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Extensive (practical) experience with EU Customs law
• Experience with classification under the Harmonized System (HS)
• Intermediate-Advanced MS Excel skills (including pivot tables, lookups, macros), and knowledgeable in MS PowerPoint, MS Word and other Microsoft Office programs
• Knowledgeable in computer database programs (AS400/JD Edwards/Oracle), and other database structure
• Average-Above Average Verbal and Written English communication skills
• Displays professionalism towards work and colleagues
• Has very good presentation skills
• Willing to work on shifts, as the need arises