• Assess existing trade and customs compliance activities and identify improvements and efficiencies, as applicable
• Guide the standardization and simplification of trade and customs processes
• Embed a strong control framework and clear division of roles and responsibilities to manage trade and customs compliance risk
• Work with business unit and functional leadership teams to identify and implement opportunities for indirect tax efficiencies, working capital improvements, and other global trade savings
• Maintain knowledge of current import and export regulations and pending legislation; plan and implement changes to processes, as required, to address risks and respond to regulatory changes
• Develop and implement global trade compliance training program, policies, and procedures
• Develop and provide training to employees on relevant trade compliance laws, regulations, and Company policies
• Maintain a recordkeeping program in compliance with applicable laws
• Oversee the work of external advisors when needed, while effectively managing external spend
• Oversee the consolidation and ongoing evaluation of freight forwarder/broker arrangements, as appropriate
• Coordinate and approve international shipments in accordance with applicable law
• Lead restricted and denied party screening activities, evaluations, and remediation
• Perform and oversee internal and external assessments; establish and maintain an effective audit program to ensure compliance with Company trade and customs policies
• Perform data analysis and develop, generate, and maintain key performance indicators that measure success of and opportunities for the Company trade and customs program
• Provide support to functions and business units on issues related to import and export compliance
• Partner with Tax, Treasury, Insurance, and other functional teams, as necessary, related to the trade and customs compliance program
• Assist internal stakeholders in understanding the risks and consequences of trade and customs compliance obligations
• Collaborate with the Chief Compliance & Regulatory Officer, Compliance Director, and Compliance Manager on all interactions with the U.S. CBP, Treasury, BIS, and other regulators
• Knowledge of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), U.K. Bribery Act (UKBA), and other applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations; partner with the Compliance Department Leadership and other key stakeholders on the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of an anti-corruption compliance program (inclusive of developing training, policies, and procedures)
• Prepare and submit export license applications and classifications, as required
• Provide expertise and technical input on M&A transactions, as required
• Act as account owner for U.S. CBP ACE system
• Submit applications for export license and ECCN determinations

Requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of five (5) yeas of experience in corporate trade and customs compliance role
• U.S. Customs Broker License a plus
• Experience understanding EAR (Export Administration Regulations) and ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), export controls and OFAC sanctions matters
• Experience evaluating and determining HTS codes for products and technology
• Knowledge of trade and customs compliance processes, procedures, and work instructions relative to international and U.S. government authorities (e.g., FDA, USDA, APHIS, DEA)
• Working knowledge of export/import documentation (e.g., commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, electronic export information (EEI) filings, air waybills)
• Self-starter with strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Detail oriented and experience interacting with all levels of an organization
• Ability to be an independent contributor, as well as work within a team environment
• Collaborative, have a continuous improvement mindset, and strong business acumen
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build partnerships across functions, levels, and departments