Compliance Specialist

Manitowoc•Shady Grove, PA

26d

About The Position

Reporting to our Director Global Compliance within the Legal Department, you will support the development and implementation of compliance programs, policies, reporting, and practices from a global perspective for The Manitowoc Company and its subsidiaries. You will proactively monitor activities impacted by regulatory requirements related to Manitowoc's governance and any industry-specific or location-specific laws. You will assess and strengthen key aspects of Manitowoc's global compliance program and support the review of policies and procedures while promoting continuous improvement.

Requirements

Strong understanding of relevant ethics and compliance issues, laws and regulations
Strong understanding of global regulatory environments
Experience with internal audit and internal controls
Ability to develop and maintain compliance documentation
Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Strong business acumen
Customer service focused
Detail-oriented and proactive
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, International Business, or related field.
At least 3 years of experience in compliance, preferably with exposure to trade compliance, risk, and insurance.

Nice To Haves

Customs brokerage license is a plus
Experience in heavy equipment, construction, or manufacturing industries
Experience with global manufacturing, sales, distribution, and shipment of goods
Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, harmonized tariff schedules, customs valuations, duty drawbacks, customs assists, Free Trade Agreements (e.g., USMCA), and other trade agreements
Experience with ERP systems and compliance software
Familiarity with customs regulations, OFAC, EAR, and other trade-related frameworks

Responsibilities

Trade Compliance
Monitor and ensure adherence to import/export regulations and trade laws.
Ensure compliance with all international trade regulations, U.S. and foreign customs laws, and manufacturing-specific import/export requirements.
Analyze and record international customs and trade policy frameworks and procedures.
Assist with trade compliance initiatives, ensuring ongoing follow-up, driving process enhancements, facilitating internal communications, coordinating training, and maintaining audit preparedness.
Review product descriptions and technical data to identify import and export classification in accordance with government standards.
Gather customs trade data from internal systems and external sources (e.g. BAAN, SAP, Sharepoint, ACE, broker portals, CBP)
Review and make determinations on entity screening results
Assist in audits and investigations related to trade compliance.
Support Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) security initiatives.
Ensure compliance with administrative requirements applicable to export transactions, including recordkeeping, certification, and reporting.
Maintain strong working knowledge of federal regulatory requirements related to U.S. export compliance and Anti-Corruption, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Foreign Assets Control Regulations (FACR), Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and UK Bribery Act
Risk Management
Collaborate on enterprise risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Maintain risk registers and support internal reporting processes.
Insurance
Assist in managing corporate insurance policies and renewals.
Evaluate third-party risk assessments to determine if further due diligence is required; request and review intelligence reports as needed.
Ensure that due diligence results, assessments, and documentation are properly maintained.
Support business teams with insurance-related needs and questions.
General Compliance Support
Help develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.
Conduct fact-finding and investigative activities including interviews, licensing reviews, data collection, analysis, and recordkeeping.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance matters and implement corrective actions.
Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
Assist in preparing and submitting voluntary disclosures.
Ensure compliance with administrative requirements applicable to export transactions, including recordkeeping, certification, and reporting.
Stay current on regulatory changes and industry best practices.
Provide other compliance-related support as needed.