The Manager - Trade Compliance oversees global export and import compliance, develops policies, audits activities, and collaborates with internal departments to ensure adherence to regulations.
As the Manager - Trade Compliance, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of export and import compliance globally. You will help develop, review, and implement policies and procedures affecting U.S. and international import and export activities in countries where Wesco operates. You will collaborate with internal departments, providing guidance to ensure trade compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Functions as professional authority on trade compliance matters for transaction reviews and other concerns.
- Participates in the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with export and import regulations.
- Oversees and administers export licensing and associated authorization requirements for controlled goods in the U.S. and other countries in which the company does business.
- Audits and reviews export and import activities for continuous improvement with the compliance process.
- Prepares and manages written responses and submissions to import and/or export related requests from Customs and export control agencies.
- Liaises with freight forwarders, Customs brokers and suppliers to resolve trade compliance topics.
- Utilizes trade compliance knowledge to research and apply trade regulations to the business.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree - Business or related field required
- Licensed Customs Broker preferred
- 6 years required international business (import or export)
- 2 years required managing US export and/or import compliance
- 2 years required management of department and staff employees
- Previous experience using global trade management tools is preferred
- Knowledge of U.S. export regulations and interpretation of export control classifications
- Knowledge of U.S. import regulations and interpretation of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications
- Ability to partner with law firms and consultants internationally to implement export and import compliance programs fashioned for Wesco’s business model
- Current on import and export regulatory changes and best practices in trade compliance
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong business analysis skills
- Strong people management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Intimate knowledge of Wesco’s business practices and strategies preferred
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About UsThis amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.
This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.
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