Analyst, International Trade Compliance

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

The Analyst, International Trade Compliance whose primary function will be to determine and assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes for the Company's variety of products, specifically apparel, footwear, related accessories and home lifestyle. The Analyst, International Trade Compliance is a member of the Trade Compliance Team which is responsible for providing technical support on all issues related to import and export clearance supporting the Company's global trade compliance initiatives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and document product specifications, technical files and product samples, as well as legal documentation to determine Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification of products using the General Rules of Interpretation and all other applicable rules and regulations;
• Provide direction and identify relevant Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements and preferential trade program qualification, as applicable;
• Develop and maintain global database of HTS classifications, including thorough documentation to ensure company adherence with Customs rules and regulations and to demonstrate reasonable care with documented audit trail and rationale for classification determinations;
• Partner with Product Development, Production and Sourcing teams to determine appropriate tariff rates and explore potential tariff engineering opportunities, where applicable;
• Contribute to training and reference materials that support business and compliance requirements;
• Monitor and keep current with changes in regulations that may impact HTS classification, relevant trade compliance laws and regulations, including researching binding rulings;
• Manage a diverse workload which may include changes in priorities;
• Share knowledge with key business partners and appropriate teams;
  
  

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration and International Trade, a plus but not required;
• Direct experience in HTS Classification including textiles and apparel, footwear, related accessories and home lifestyle products, with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply customs rulings, HTS chapter and explanatory notes;
• Must be able to work with the Product Development Team to interpret appropriate HTS, based on technical evaluation of products;
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to collaborate and work in a team environment;
• Capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing with strong time management and organization skills;
• Highly organized with proven ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills;