Associate, Global Trade

About the Role

KPMG is seeking an Associate, Global Trade Shared Services to join their Trade and Customs practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and advise clients in a variety of industries on import and export matters.
• Utilize data analytics tools to help solve supply chain problems.
• Develop innovative solutions to help clients conduct their business, encompassing people, processes, and technology.
• Work with clients' business, technology, and compliance resources on global trade processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain client and internal relationships.
• Train and mentor interns.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Minimum one year of recent data analytics work experience, preferably in global trade (import/export declarations, free trade agreements, foreign trade zone, and more).
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or foreign equivalent in business, information systems, management information systems, business analytics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced skills in Excel.
• Flexibility and ability to think creatively and critically in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment; strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of recent data analytics work experience, preferably in global trade.
• Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, management information systems, business analytics, or related fields.
• Advanced skills in Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.