Trade Compliance Analyst

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
We're hiring a Trade Compliance Analyst role in Guadalupe, N.L.!
The Role: Xylem is seeking a Trade Compliance Senior Analyst to support strategic trade initiatives across the enterprise. This role is a generalist position focused on analytics, reporting, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities including data analysis, duty mitigation efforts, and operational process improvements. The Analyst will play a critical role in shaping and advancing Xylem’s global trade compliance strategy, including driving cost savings, operational efficiencies, and risk reduction, while also helping to standardize processes, enhance visibility, and strengthen compliance oversight. As a key partner to regional and business unit teams, this individual will provide governance, reporting, and program support to ensure consistent and effective global import compliance.
Responsibilities:
Program Governance & Support
Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of global import compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
Act as a liaison between corporate trade compliance and business segments to ensure alignment and consistency.
Provide guidance and interpretation of import regulations to stakeholders across the organization.
Process Improvement & Standardization
Identify and drive opportunities for process harmonization and efficiency across the trade compliance program.
Support implementation and optimization of trade policies, procedures, and data solutions.
Training & Communication
Support the development and delivery of trade compliance training and awareness programs.
Promote a culture of compliance through regular communication and stakeholder engagement.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Analytics, data management or related experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience in global trade compliance, with specific expertise in customs regulations and compliance practices in North America.
Understanding of Customs regulatory framework, including customs valuation rules, tariffs, and audit procedures.
Good ability to identify and adapt best practices from other organizations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Power Apps.
Self-starter with the ability to leverage efforts through effective involvement of individuals and resources from outside the immediate team.
Positive, collegial, and collaborative approach.
Fluent in English (verbal and written), with strong professional communication skills.
Travel up to 20%
Current MX Passport
Preferred Qualifications:
US Customs Brokerage License highly desirable
CTCS (Certified Trade Compliance Specialist) or Mexican equivalent
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.