Job Description Summary:
At Aviagen, we are at the forefront of the poultry primary breeding industry, driving innovation and excellence across global markets. We are the world's leading poultry breeding company, developing pedigree lines for the production of broiler chickens and turkeys. We have several wholly owned operations and joint ventures worldwide.We are seeking a detail-oriented Global Trade Compliance Analyst to support Aviagen’s global trade compliance efforts. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, a solid understanding of international trade regulations, and the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams. The ideal candidate will be skilled in implementing policies, auditing, and assessing risks, while also contributing to training and governance in international operations. Success in this position involves strategic thinking, teamwork, and a dedication to compliance best practices in a dynamic global environment. The Global Trade Compliance Analyst will report to the Global Trade Compliance Manager and help manage the compliance program to ensure adherence to international trade laws and regulations.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
To assist in implementing and revising policies and procedures related to its trade compliance program and Code of Conduct.
To assist and supervise compliance activities within all departments and subsidiaries of the company to identify non-compliance trends.
Assisting the Global Trade Compliance Manager in determining safeguards to prevent inconsistencies and problems.
Conducting thorough audits and spot checks to identify areas of concern or non-compliance and implement corrective action plans.
To assist in the training of employees in trade compliance and other implemented policies or procedures.
Ensuring due diligence/third-party/denied party screening is conducted as part of risk management
Helping to maintain the trade compliance audit program up to date.
Continue skill development in general trade compliance and business issues
Must leverage cross-functional relationships to enable proper corporate governance decision-making within the Aviagen group trade compliance.
Help management in executing corrective actions in response to audit results and held affiliates and internal customers accountable for compliance.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Law, or a related field
A Master’s degree or relevant experience a strong plus
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in global trade compliance, with emphasis on:
U.S. and international import/export regulations (e.g., EAR, ITAR, OFAC, HTS classification)
Managing compliance programs, audits, and risk assessments
Working with customs brokers and freight forwarders
Experience with free trade agreements, denied party screening, and country of origin marking rules
Experience working in a highly regulated environment is beneficial
Proficiency with trade compliance tools
Strong MS Excel and reporting skills for data tracking and audit prep
Familiarity with ERP systems and document management
Deep understanding of:
U.S. Customs regulations and global trade laws
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and ECCN classification
Export licensing and documentation requirements
Internal controls, risk mitigation, and corrective action planning
Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
Strong communication and collaboration across global teams and time zones
Ability to manage complex documentation, prioritize competing deadlines, and train others
Professionalism and discretion with sensitive regulatory and commercial data
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or currently authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the U.S. throughout their employment with our company.
EEOC Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Law, or a related field
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in global trade compliance
- Experience with U.S. and international import/export regulations, including EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and HTS classification
- Experience managing compliance programs, audits, and risk assessments
- Experience working with customs brokers and freight forwarders
- Experience with free trade agreements, denied-party screening, and country-of-origin marking rules
- Proficiency with trade compliance tools
- Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems and document management
- Understanding of U.S. Customs regulations and global trade laws
- Understanding of HTS and ECCN classification
- Understanding of export licensing and documentation requirements
- Understanding of internal controls, risk mitigation, and corrective action planning
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across global teams and time zones
- Ability to manage complex documentation, prioritize competing deadlines, and train others
- Professionalism and discretion with sensitive regulatory and commercial data
- Master’s degree or relevant experience
- Experience working in a highly regulated environment
- U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the United States
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What We Do
Aviagen is a global poultry breeding company headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. It operates pedigree breeding programs in the United States and United Kingdom, supply bases across six continents, and operations across the UK, Europe, Turkey, Latin America, India, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. The company supplies high-quality breeding stock and serves customers in 100 countries through more than 8,000 professionals.
