Sr Analyst, Global Logistics & Duty Drawback

Excelitasis a leading provider of advanced, life-enriching technologies that make a difference, serving global market leaders in the life sciences, advanced industrial, next-generation semiconductor and avionics end markets. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, Excelitas is an essential partner in the design, development and manufacture of advanced technologies, offering leading-edge innovation in sensing, detection, imaging, optics and specialty illumination for customers worldwide.

Excelitas is at the forefront of addressing many of the relevant megatrends impacting the world today, including precision medicine, industrial automation, artificial intelligence, and connected devices (IoT).

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We are seeking aSenior Analyst, Global Logistics & Duty Drawback who will be responsible for analyzing, coordinating, and improving international logistics processes to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods across global sites. This role also manages Excelitas' duty-drawback and customs recovery programs, ensuring adherence to trade regulations while maximizing refund opportunities. This position is an on-site role based at our headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support and optimize global logistics activities across international supply chains, including transportation, freight management, import/export compliance, and distribution optimization.
• Manage and oversee the duty drawback and customs refund programs across North America and other regions, ensuring timely, accurate claims and full compliance with customs regulations.
• Partner with Customs Brokers, Trade Compliance, Finance, and Global Operations teams to ensure accurate classification, documentation, and reconciliation of import/export records.
• Track, analyze, and report on logistics performance metrics, freight costs, and recovery savings; identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with logistics providers and customs partners to ensure service excellence and cost efficiency.
• Assist in standardizing global logistics processes and aligning site-level practices with corporate trade compliance policies.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to government regulations including CBSA, CBP, and other regional customs authorities.
• Prepare detailed financial analyses and business cases to support freight optimization, customs savings, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Partner with IT and data teams to improve automation, visibility, and reporting related to logistics and duty-drawback programs.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of global logistics harmonization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Other duties assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in logistics, international trade, or customs compliance within a global manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience managing or filing duty-drawback claims (US or Canada) required.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes, Incoterms, and trade compliance regulations (CBP, CBSA, ITAR/EAR preferred).
• Proven ability to analyze logistics data and implement process improvements.
• Experience working with ERP (SAP preferred).
• Advanced Excel and data analytics skills; experience with Power BI a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

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