Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate

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In short

As the Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate at GWS Tool Group, you will support product regulatory, materials compliance, import/export, and responsible-sourcing activities across various departments. This role involves ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, maintaining records, assisting with requests, and identifying risks, contributing to the company's commitment to responsible business practices.

Responsibilities

Support compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulations (EAR, ITAR, customs).
Conduct restricted- and denied-party screening and resolve compliance red flags.
Assist in determining export license requirements and coordinating escalations.
Prepare and maintain country-of-origin declarations, USMCA certifications, and other trade documents.
Manage import/export records according to retention requirements.
Support product and materials compliance for REACH, RoHS, TSCA, Proposition 65, PFAS, and conflict minerals.
Coordinate responses to customer regulatory questionnaires and requests for certifications.
Maintain regulatory records in compliance systems and databases.
Monitor regulatory developments and communicate potential business impacts.
Identify compliance gaps and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal teams.
Support the development and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures.
Create and maintain reports, metrics, and scorecards for compliance visibility.
Develop and deliver employee training on trade controls, product compliance, and responsible sourcing.
Escalate suspected violations and high-risk transactions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate regulatory requirements into business processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
1-3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, trade compliance, customs, engineering, or a related field. Internships or cooperative education experience may count.
Proficiency with trade-compliance, materials-compliance, supplier-data, ERP, or document-management systems.
Experience reviewing technical, supplier, customer, or regulatory documentation.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft applications.
Ability to read and interpret regulations and technical specifications.
Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
Organizational and project-management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to recognize compliance risks and escalate issues appropriately.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and multiple locations.
Self-motivation and adaptability.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a manufacturing or other regulated environment is preferred.
Exposure to import and export requirements, country-of-origin rules, sanctions screening, or free-trade agreements is preferred.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as EAR, ITAR, REACH, RoHS, TSCA, Proposition 65, PFAS requirements, conflict minerals is a plus.

Benefits

Remote/Hybrid work option.
Travel less than 10%.
Consideration for equivalent relevant education and experience.
Consideration for relevant internships, cooperative education, or manufacturing experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the United States and Canada.
Periodic travel to GWS Tool Group facilities or other business locations may be required.

Skills

Microsoft OfficeREACHRoHSTSCAEARITARPFASConflict MineralsERP

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About Sandvik

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.

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