Director Global Trade Compliance

The Director Global Trade Compliance manages a global trade compliance team in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. This position will lead the overall trade compliance function and help develop a best-in-class international trade compliance program worldwide, including the creation and implementation of effective policies and procedures, training across the organization, as well as the definition, staffing, and ongoing evolution of a global trade compliance organizational structure responsible for the execution of trade activities to support the business.

Additional job responsibilities:

• Enhance the structure and strategy for the global trade compliance organization, develop, implement, and oversee the maintenance of appropriate controls to ensure compliance with all trade requirements.
• Establish, implement, and maintain corporate's trade compliance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Evaluate the team to ensure it has proper staffing, clarity of responsibility, appropriate skill sets, ongoing training, and a solid network to be effective in its roles.
• Propose and lead the implementation of trade compliance technology, systems, and databases to streamline trade compliance processes, measure performance and maintain relevant trade-related documentation.
• Work closely with various departments and advise the business on significant legal and regulatory changes, trade compliance trends, and risks. Develop strong relationships throughout all departments to foster a collaborative approach to meet regulatory requirements proactively.
• Develop and implement processes to ensure compliant submission of all applicable filing, notifications, and representations to the appropriate government agencies and financial institutions.
• Establish, implement, and support an internal compliance review program that includes periodic audits, risk assessments, and compliance metrics.
• Analyze the reports and metrics pertaining to various elements of the trade compliance program, and report to senior management on trends, areas of concern, and improvement opportunities.
• Represent the Trade Compliance function during M&A activities. Conduct trade compliance due diligence reviews for potential acquisitions and ensure effective integration into corporate trade compliance programs.
• Build long-term relationships with senior management to understand better the Company's culture and strategic directives. Develop and maintain working relationships, particularly with executives, and demonstrates a commitment to continually improve the perception of the Trade Compliance function throughout the Company.
• Act as the most senior leader and expert in trade controls and sanctions. Provide advice and guidance to trade compliance leaders across the organization.
• Participate in strategic cross-functional corporate initiatives.
• Benchmark and collaborate with internal and external leaders to develop best-in-class compliance strategies. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Fifteen years of international and US trade experience, with at least five years in a management role within a multinational corporation.
• Expert in export regulations, sanctions programs, and embargoes, as well as import requirements. Experience with the Substances Control Act, REACH compliance, and adherence to DEA rules is a plus.
• Ability to work cross-functionally as well as across different cultures.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience developing and implementing trade programs, policies and procedures, and trade compliance technology within a multinational organization.
• Commercially oriented, understanding complicated regulatory issues, and able to think creatively to solve problems and mitigate risk while supporting business objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complicated topics and issues in a straightforward and concise manner and to tailor communication styles to different audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and motivation toward planning and leading high-performance teams in a dynamic environment.
• Integrity and commitment to the highest ethical standards and personal values
• Demonstrated success in developing a robust trade compliance organization and hiring and developing a team of diverse individuals.
• EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree required, Master's or Juris Doctor degree preferred

International and domestic travel will be required (typically less than 30%)

US ONLY: 

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $250,000 - $280,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. 

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Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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