Business Analyst – Global Trade

Thomson Reuters

. Conduct business and requirements sessions with client stakeholders .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeTokyo • JapanSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, trade compliance, and global trade operations, with a strong ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Proficient in training users and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation.

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Supply Chain ManagementTrade ComplianceGlobal Trade KnowledgeRequirements DefinitionNative Japanese Language Skills

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Hard Skills

Requirements DefinitionTest Script PreparationBusiness Process TranslationProduct Knowledge AcquisitionCustoms Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationFlexibilityAdaptabilityCommercial Acumen

Tools & Technologies

ONESOURCE Global Trade Management

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ProductsCustoms Provider ExperienceProfessional Services FirmTariffs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct business and requirements sessions with client stakeholders
Formulate requirement definition documents for sign-off to support finalizing the technical solution and test planning
Acquire ONESOURCE Global Trade Management product knowledge and learn related business operations and systems
Consult with internal and external customers and provide recommendations to the project implementation team
Translate clients' business processes and policies into solutions
Engage with Product Management, Engineering, and other key Thomson Reuters teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
Prepare and support execution of test scripts and test cases
Train end users and customer development staff on product functionality aligned with business processes
Complete tasks independently

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree, with a strong preference for degrees in engineering or business
Native Japanese and good English language skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with people in different roles across an organization
7–10 years of experience in supply chain, trade compliance, global trade, customs, or tariffs
Certifications from relevant professional institutions would be an added advantage
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment, while also being able to work independently as needed
Flexibility, adaptability, and strong commercial sense/business acumen
Knowledge of supply chain products
Experience working with a customs provider or a professional services firm operating in the supply chain space

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working environment with 2–3 days a week in the office depending on the role
Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Access to the Headspace app
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and ESG initiatives
Career development, continuous learning, and skills development through Grow My Way programming