Trade Compliance Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.

. Support trade compliance assessments, reviews, and assurance activities .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $146,290 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trade compliance assessments, including the evaluation of policies and procedures, risk mitigation, and the ability to analyze transactional data for compliance risks. Proficient in developing corrective actions and managing documentation while ensuring high accuracy and attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Trade Compliance AssessmentInternational Trade KnowledgeStandard Operating Procedures (SOP) DesignAnalytical ThinkingData Gathering and Reporting

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Hard Skills

Trade ComplianceRisk MitigationPolicy EvaluationData AnalysisCorrective Action DevelopmentDocumentation ManagementCompliance ReportingRoot-Cause AnalysisTrend AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingAnalytical ThinkingAbility to Manage PrioritiesInterpersonal Communication

Industry Keywords

International Trade RegulationsCompliance RisksCustomer Support PoliciesTransactional DataAssessment Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support trade compliance assessments, reviews, and assurance activities
Evaluate the effectiveness of policies, procedures, controls, and risk mitigation measures
Review trade compliance activities, documentation, and transactional data
Identify compliance risks, control gaps, process weaknesses, and improvement opportunities
Interact with business partners to gather information and discuss observations
Assist with developing corrective actions
Manage assessment documentation and applicable record-keeping requirements
Track corrective actions
Prepare analyses and materials for management review
Collect, validate, and analyze information from multiple sources
Analyze reports and transactional data for trends, anomalies, and compliance risks
Prepare assessment reports, presentations, and management summaries
Support compliance metrics, reporting tools, and assessment documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or equivalent experience desired
Knowledge of international trade markets, issues, regulations, practices, and operations
Ability to apply international trade knowledge in diverse situations
Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP)
Ability to design, implement, and evaluate SOPs
High accuracy and attention to detail
Analytical thinking and root-cause analysis skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Problem-solving skills
Data gathering and reporting skills
Knowledge of customer support policies, standards, and procedures
Must work onsite five days per week in the Irving, TX or Peoria, IL office
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required for employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement