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CHAMPAIGN-URBANA AREA JOBS

Logistics Analyst

Horizon Hobby

Horizon Hobby

IT, Operations
Champaign, IL, USA
Posted on Dec 17, 2025

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring for a Logistics Analyst!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Logistics Analyst to support our logistics and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations. This role is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in supply chain analytics, import/export compliance, and FTZ procedures. You will assist with tracking shipments, managing inventory data, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations under FTZ guidelines.

This is a full-time, on-site position at our Champaign IL location. Working hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm CST.

Typical pay for this position is $55,000 a year. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected.

Primary Duties include:
Assist in monitoring inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely and accurate movement of goods.
Provide logistics support to our internal customer service, sales and supply chain planning teams.
Support the day-to-day operations of the Foreign Trade Zone, including recordkeeping, inventory tracking, and documentation.
Help prepare and file FTZ-related documents (e.g., e214, zone status changes, inventory adjustments).
Perform basic data entry and reporting using Excel, WMS, or FTZ software systems.
Help maintain compliance with FTZ and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
Participate in cycle counts and reconcile FTZ inventory records as needed.
Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual reports required by CBP and the FTZ Board.

Education & Experience:
5 years of industry experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Distribution or a related field.
Internship or coursework in logistics, international trade, or customs compliance preferred but not required.
Exposure to FTZ operations or trade compliance is a plus.


Skills:
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Basic understanding of logistics, inventory, or customs processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data entry and reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced logistics environment.


Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with U.S. import/export processes and FTZ concepts (e.g., duty deferral, zone admissions).
Experience with ERP, WMS, logistics or FTZ software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
Certifications or coursework in trade compliance or supply chain is a bonus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Working Conditions:
Periodic travel to FTZ-enabled distribution centers and international operations.
10–20% travel required based on business needs.
Fully office-based; will involve some time in warehouse (FTZ) environments.
May require occasional overtime during reporting periods or audits.

Benefits and other perks

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Internal Rewards
  • Discounts on Products
  • Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance.

To be successful in this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function according to established guidelines. The employee must also adhere to Horizon Hobby’s Mission, Operating Values and Basics, which are the core of Horizon’s existence.

Horizon Hobby is a progressive, innovative company and, as such, is constantly reevaluating and reinventing the processes and procedures associated with each job. The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time. In addition, employees may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of Horizon. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected and appreciated.

Horizon Hobby, LLC is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer.