International Logistics Analyst

Business Summary

Tempo Global Resources specializes in adding value for our suppliers and customers by mitigating risk for our clients, assisting in supply chain management, and offering logistical solutions for producers and consumers. By maintaining an important presence in scrap, billet, wire rod, flat-rolled products, and primary and secondary alloys, Tempo is uniquely positioned to provide solutions to all facets of your business.

Position Summary

The International Logistics Analyst

plays a critical role in supporting international trade by analyzing, coordinating, and optimizing international supply chain operations. In addition to core responsibilities, the analyst serves as a key backup to the Director of Global Logistics, providing leadership support during absences and contributing to strategic initiatives and cross-functional coordination.

This is a full-time hybrid position at our offices in Chicago, IL. The salary range for this role is $75,000-$80,000, based on experience.

Responsibilities

- Review all documents pertaining to international trade and ensure their accuracy before filing

- Track material as it flows from the supplier to customs to the consumer

- Ensure the accuracy of data entered into database software by the International Logistics Coordinator

- Schedule loads and handle issues and other customer-related concerns that pertain to delivering goods to the plant for end consumers

- Support the completion of all contracts (Sales and Purchases) for international trading transactions

- Work closely with customers by following contract terms regarding material pickup and delivery

- Maintain all international documents relating to supply chain process in accordance with governmental policies

- Exposure to the reconciliation process for previous years’ entries

- Monitor the weekly international budget

- Facilitate the filing of necessary transportation documents

- Follow current trends in international trade and build a strategy to combat trading headwinds

- Support customs audits and requests for information

- Informal mentorship of the International Logistics Coordinator

- Serve as backup support to the Director of Global Logistics

Skills & Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, international business preferred

- 3-5 years of experience in an International freight environment

- Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced, global environment

- Ability to research, collect, and track pertinent data

- Strong attention to detail

- Proven experience in forecasting spend and conducting cost analysis of freight and customs activities

- Capable of working independently while providing guidance and mentorship to the International Logistics Coordinator

- Ability to serve as backup to the Director of Global Logistics during absences

- Ability to work well under pressure and respond to employees and customers with respect and consideration

- Ability to prioritize tasks to achieve the highest productivity while maintaining work quality

- Ability to work in a loud environment

- Knowledge of Microsoft-based products

Success Factors

- Interest in international business with a strong desire to expand knowledge in government affairs and customs regulations

Benefits

- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

- 401k match (up to 7 1/2 % of base compensation)

- Bonus eligibility