International Trade Compliance Manager jobs in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Job Summary

The Trade Compliance Manager (Braking Systems, US) position is responsible for managing the Trade Compliance activities and requirements involving Braking Systems Division's US Importation, Exportation and International Cargo Security Programs, and Trade Automation processes on a global basis. The position provides both strategic and tactical leadership. The Trade Compliance Manager (Braking Systems, US) will ensure all applicable company policies and Customs regulations are met, while managing the expeditious and compliant flow of international trade. Position will directly report to the Division Trade Compliance Manager and has frequent interaction with all levels of Parker Meggitt employees, customs, government and supplier representatives in all regions of the world.

Responsibilities

* Support Division's creation/adherence to policies, procedures, internal controls, provider relationships and provide employee training to ensure that impacted employees understand and follow specific legal principles involving laws and regulations governing the importation, exportation and cargo security controls of goods and technology

* Develop and communicate strategic plans and compliance gaps to senior management.

* Investigate and resolve potential compliance issues and respond to questions from internal or external customers and government regulatory agencies.

* Manage customs brokerage and customs facing forwarder processes. Drive continuous process improvement and lead-time reduction. Establish, monitor and support service provider performance against clearly defined KPIs/SOPs.

* Liaise with internal and external managers in support of international trade activities.

* Manage country specific Cargo Security program

* Provide economic sanctions management guidance.

* Support, monitor and assure compliance relating to military and dual-use export control licensing activities.

* Ensure data integrity related to tariff, country of origin, and value information declared to Customs authorities.

* Manage compliance with preferential trade and duty recovery programs.

* Create and manage record keeping program and digital image solutions.

* Evaluate, design, implement, and manage internal and external Trade Compliance specific IT solutions.

* Respond to all government requests in a factual and timely manner.

* Conduct and report findings of audits and internal risk assessments. Follow-up with Compliance Improvement Plans.

* Support various Supply Chain and Logistics projects and tasks.

* Facilitate division and sales company support for export transaction guidance.

* The above description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Qualifications

Education: Advanced degree in international trade, business administration or law desired; Minimum: Undergraduate degree in business or relevant trade related professional certification.

Experience: 10 years of trade compliance experience

Skills:

* In-Depth knowledge of EU, UK and US Export licensing and controls, Tariff Classification, Valuation and Country of Origin Determination laws, Customs & International transport processes, Supply Chain Security programs.

* ITAR and BIS Regulation experience.

* International Cargo Security Certification experience.

* Capability to positively interact with a wide range of individuals in a professional and confident manner.

* Proven track record of exceeds on performance evaluation.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, PowerBI).

* SAP/GTS and JDE experience.

* Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

* Bias for action, assertive, strong initiative, customer focused.

* Collaborative in a matrix-oriented environment.

* Ability to conduct training and present to large groups.

* International travel up to 10%.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

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