Career Area:Legal and Compliance
Job Description:Our
Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.
As a
Trade Compliance Analyst, you will be responsible for evaluating import and export operations to ensure compliance with global trade regulations and company policies. In this role, you will support trade compliance audits, analyze findings, and help drive root cause corrective actions to mitigate risk and improve processes. You will also assist with supplemental duty payments and approvals, support documentation requests from duty drawback providers, and partner closely with import/export teams to report audit results and implement corrective actions that strengthen compliance across the organization.
Additional Information:- This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation.
- This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.
- This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
What You Will Do:- Evaluate import and export operations to ensure compliance with applicable global trade laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Support day-to-day global trade operations by addressing operational issues and assisting with compliance-related activities.
- Partner with business stakeholders to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide guidance on trade compliance matters.
- Maintain trade compliance records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
- Prepare analyses, reports, and supporting materials for review related to trade compliance inquiries and activities.
- Participate in trade compliance audits by reviewing processes, transactions, and documentation to identify potential risks and compliance gaps.
- Collaborate with import/export teams to communicate audit findings and support the development of corrective action plans.
- Conduct root cause analysis and assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions resulting from audit findings.
- Support supplemental duty payment processes, including coordinating approvals and ensuring timely resolution.
- Assist with documentation requests and data submissions for duty drawback providers and related trade programs.
- Monitor compliance trends and recommend process improvements to strengthen global trade controls and reduce risk.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance trade compliance processes, reporting, and operational effectiveness.
What You Have (Basic Requirements):- Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
- Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
- Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
- Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency.
What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have): - Knowledge of international trade regulations, practices, and operations, with the ability to apply that knowledge in diverse business situations.
- Prior auditing, trade compliance, customs, or regulatory compliance experience.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to investigate data, identify issues, and determine root causes.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
- Proven problem-solving abilities and experience driving corrective actions and process improvements.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage recurring audit deadlines and multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated learning agility and a willingness to quickly develop expertise in trade compliance and audit processes.
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Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD)Summary Pay Range:$72,360.00 - $108,540.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
- 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
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:August 3, 2026 - August 13, 2026
