Trade Compliance Manager

CAE

Jul 10

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior & Expert Level
Banking & Finance
Tampa

Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 8 years related work experience.
Robust knowledge of the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
A technical background for jurisdiction and classifications in hardware and software, is preferred.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. 
Preferred Skills:
Experience managing government contracts that are subject to ITAR.
Previous experience as an Empowered Official is desired.
US person mandatory due to access to controlled information.
Background in import / export regulations, compliance, classifications, licensing and exemptions, commodity jurisdiction requests and Technology Control Plans.
Certified export compliance personnel and/or licensed customs broker is desired.
Ability to file Electronic Export Information (EEI) in the Automated Export System (AES).
Able to provide advice, counsel and coaching to all level of personnel in interpreting and understanding the compliance policies and procedures.
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and phone etiquette.
Strong negotiating skills.
Role requires ability to work across multiple functional departments / organizations and globally.
Ability to conduct research into project-related issues.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a time sensitive environment.
Able to work within a team and foster teamwork and trust from both external and internal customers.
Strong organizational, communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise a small team of Trade Compliance Specialists.
Manage the company’s day-to-day import and export compliance programs transactions.
Consult with internal business partners both domestically and internationally, interfacing with freight forwarders, brokers, and regulatory officials to ensure the smooth and compliant handling of all aspects of the company’s international shipments.
Conduct all Jurisdiction, Product Classification and HTS/Schedule B for products and software. Manage OCR-EAR recordkeeping requirements.
Ensure compliance of all import and export documentation.
Communicate procedural changes via email, through training and other communication vehicles.
Monitor the import and export of compliance activities of the company’s Operations, Information Technology, Contracting / Procurement, Human Resources, and Logistics departments.
Interact with the company’s suppliers to ensure proper import and export procedure are followed, and training of company employees on import and export compliance obligations.
Maintain an Import and Export control Database and Tracking System for management of licenses, agreements, correspondence and training.
Conduct and participate in internal export compliance audits.
Assist in the investigation of potential non-compliance, report findings to senior management and prepare voluntary disclosures, in coordination with outside counsel.
Implement and monitor corrective actions as necessary to follow compliance.
Contribute to process and policy improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Trade Compliance.

FAQs

What are the qualifications required for the Trade Compliance Manager role?

The qualifications required for the Trade Compliance Manager role include a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 8 years related work experience, robust knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and a technical background in hardware and software jurisdiction and classifications.

What are the preferred skills for a Trade Compliance Manager?

Preferred skills for a Trade Compliance Manager include experience managing government contracts subject to ITAR, previous experience as an Empowered Official, being a US person due to access to controlled information, background in import/export regulations and compliance, certification as export compliance personnel or licensed customs broker, ability to file Electronic Export Information (EEI) in the Automated Export System (AES), and strong communication and negotiation skills.

What security responsibilities does a Trade Compliance Manager have?

A Trade Compliance Manager must comply with all company security and data protection policies, properly mark and handle information, not divulge information without proper approval, and be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

What is the work environment like for a Trade Compliance Manager?

A Trade Compliance Manager works in a professional office environment, using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.

What are the physical demands for a Trade Compliance Manager?

The physical demands for a Trade Compliance Manager include the ability to travel 10% of the time, prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer, a flexible working schedule to support business priorities, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

CAE

Defence & Aerospace

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1947

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Culture & Values

Empowerment
We give our employees the freedom to succeed by enabling them to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions at their level, while always maintaining accountability. With our “can-do” attitude, we are empowered to find solutions for all stakeholders – customers, shareholders and colleagues – in order to deliver on our commitments.
Innovation
Thinking outside the box got us far and will get us even further, because we continuously look for creative solutions in everything that we do. We stay alert, agile and adaptable so as to quickly spot opportunities that can drive growth, success and continuous improvement. For us, innovation is not a department, it’s a state of mind.
Integrity
Since our business is built on trust, we adhere to the highest moral standards. Integrity is the core of everything we do because it makes us a better team, gives confidence to our stakeholders, reinforces loyalty, courage and resilience, and creates a sense of community. We believe in clear, truthful communication: we celebrate the positive and learn together from the negative. Customers, employees and shareholders all deserve honesty, transparency and responsiveness.
Excellence
We aim to be the very best at everything that we do. Employees, customers and shareholders know that they can depend on us because we never give up. To continuously achieve excellence, we are proactive in terms of leadership, planning, execution and long-term vision. We have a winning mindset: not only do we fulfill our customer needs with the best quality, but we anticipate and go beyond.