Trade Advisory Associate

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Trade Advisory Associate to join our Trade Advisory team at Flexport. This role involves working closely with the Trade Advisory Lead to execute client entry audit projects, focusing on identifying supply chain risks and cost savings opportunities for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Trade Advisory Lead to scope, plan, and execute client entry audit projects.
• Manage day-to-day activities of multiple audit projects, including data requests, timelines, and deliverables.
• Analyze large volumes of entry-level data from sources such as ACE, client databases, and entry packets.
• Develop and maintain Excel models and workbooks to map data from ACE to client-specific business rules.
• Design, build, and maintain automated workflows and data pipelines using tools like N8N, Parabola, or equivalent.
• Identify discrepancies, quantify duty and fee impacts, and document audit findings.
• Prepare clear audit reports and client-ready summaries of findings and recommended corrective actions.
• Support remediation efforts, such as post-summary corrections and prior disclosures.
• Maintain internal audit trackers, workpapers, and documentation.
• Stay updated on the latest customs and government agency regulations.
• Ensure project timelines, statuses, and invoices are managed and delivered.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit SOPs, templates, and automation.
• Maintain active communication with clients, government authorities, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in a related field, preferably in-house at a customs brokerage, importer, or trade industry.
• Strong data analytical skills and extensive experience with Excel.
• Experience with workflow automation and data tools like N8N, Python, or equivalent.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and technical/business writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office suite and Google equivalents.
• Working knowledge of classification, valuation, country of origin, duty programs, and government regulations preferred.