Senior Manager Trade Compliance

Job Location: Hershey, PA



Role Overview:
The Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance is tasked with ensuring that the organization's global trade activities are fully compliant with international trade laws, regulations, and standards. This role focuses on maintaining and enhancing the company's compliance framework, monitoring regulatory changes, and mitigating compliance risks. The Senior Manager will collaborate with various departments, providing expert guidance on compliance-related issues, and leading a team of trade compliance professionals.

Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all relevant international trade laws and regulations, including export controls, sanctions, customs regulations, and trade agreements. Develop, implement, and maintain global trade compliance policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices. Continuously monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in global trade regulations to relevant stakeholders, assessing their impact on the business.

1. Risk Management and Mitigation: Identify and assess potential compliance risks related to global trade activities, developing strategies to mitigate these risks. Conduct regular compliance audits, assessments, and self-reviews to ensure adherence to global trade laws and internal policies. Manage and respond to any trade compliance issues, violations, or incidents, working with legal and other departments as necessary to resolve them.

1. Compliance Program Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of trade compliance professionals, fostering a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct. Develop and deliver training programs for employees on global trade compliance requirements, ensuring awareness and understanding across the organization. Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of the trade compliance program, providing regular updates to senior leadership.

1. Licensing and Documentation Management: Oversee the management of import/export licenses, ensuring that all necessary licenses and permits are obtained and maintained in compliance with relevant laws. Ensure that all trade documentation, including classifications under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN), is accurate and compliant. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that all trade-related documentation meets compliance standards and is properly maintained.

1. Strategic Compliance Advisory: Serve as the primary advisor to senior leadership on all global trade compliance matters, providing strategic insights and recommendations. Advise on the compliance implications of business decisions, including new market entries, mergers and acquisitions, and supply chain strategies. Stay ahead of emerging trade compliance trends and challenges, proactively advising the organization on potential impacts and opportunities.

1. Internal and External Communication: Act as the primary liaison with government agencies, customs authorities, and external consultants on matters related to trade compliance. Represent the organization in trade compliance-related industry forums, conferences, and working groups. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, ensuring that they are informed of relevant compliance requirements and changes.

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and team development skills, with a focus on building a culture of compliance.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively advise and influence senior leadership.

• High ethical standards, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple compliance initiatives simultaneously.

Experience & Education:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Law, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certifications is desired.

• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in global trade compliance, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role focused on compliance.

• Knowledge: Deep expertise in global trade compliance regulations, including export controls, sanctions, and customs regulations.