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International Trade Compliance Manager

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In short

The International Trade Compliance Manager will oversee and lead Appleton's global trade compliance program, with a specific focus on the Americas. This role involves developing and implementing strategic initiatives, managing trade compliance professionals, and providing expert guidance on import and export laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic initiatives for Appleton trade compliance.
  • Provide training support and ensure functional areas are up-to-date with requirements.
  • Perform trade data oversight in ACE, PMS, and assist with customs broker inquiries.
  • Facilitate import and export activities, conduct site visits and audits.
  • Oversee special export and import compliance programs (e.g., Embargoes, Sanctions, USMCA, HTS Classifications).
  • Assist with supply chain security compliance programs (e.g., CTPAT, AEO-Mexico, PIP).
  • Oversee customer requests for product eligibility (e.g., BABA, Made in America, ARRA, TAA).
  • Participate in Emerson functional teams like brokerage mode team and tariff task force.
  • Provide expert advice on trade compliance, review procedures, and generate reports.
  • Deliver strategic trade data and financial analytics to executive leadership.
  • Ensure compliance systems, modules, and data repositories are monitored and updated.
  • Leverage resources and best practices across global locations.
  • Respond to escalations and collaborate on resolving trade compliance issues.
  • Manage and coach trade compliance analysts.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of direct work experience in multi-national International Trade Compliance.
  • 5+ years of direct experience supervising and leading teams, projects, and programs.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Legal, Business, Finance, or related field.
  • Ability to navigate and interpret U.S., Canada, and Mexico import and export laws and regulations.
  • Experience working in the region and with local customs authorities.
  • Excellent oral and written English language skills.
  • Ability to travel 25% or more.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Desired Qualifications

  • Other advanced degrees are an advantage.
  • Willingness to learn U.S., Canada, and Mexico import and export laws and regulations if not already experienced.
  • Other languages are an advantage.
  • Advanced MS Office skills, especially in data analysis.
  • Strong organizational skills, analytical skills, reliability, and good attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working with senior management across multiple departments and global locations.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee resource groups
  • Recognition programs
  • Flexible time-off options
  • Paid parental leave
  • Vacation and holidays
  • Competitive compensation
  • Integrated benefits offerings
  • Fulfilling career journeys
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Company

Emerson

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Rosemont, United States

Qualification

Bachelor, Master, Doctoral

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