Contracts & Trade Compliance Leader

Advanced Atomization Technologies LLC•Clyde, NY

17d

About The Position

The Contracts & Trade Compliance Leader is a supervisory leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial contracts and global trade compliance activities for a commercial aerospace manufacturing business. This position ensures compliance with applicable trade regulations while managing customer, supplier, and aftermarket agreements. The role leads a team of professionals and partners closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Programs to handle risk, support global operations, and enable compliant business growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrated supervisory, cross functional leadership, or people-management experience.
Experience supporting global customers and international supply chains.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

8+ years of progressive experience in contracts management and/or trade compliance within manufacturing or aerospace.
Strong working knowledge of EAR, OFAC, USML, and U.S. Customs regulations.
Export Compliance Certification (ECoP)
5+ years’ experience working with Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) framework.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for contracts administration and trade compliance activities.
Lead the contract review process, and facilitate compliant and efficient workflow through the required functions across the business.
Set functional priorities, performance goals, and standard work to support production and program requirements.
Serve as the escalation point for complex contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters.
Lead continuous improvement and problem solving for the commercial team
Ensure contracts align with company policies, commercial risk tolerance, and customer requirements.
Support contract activities related to new program launches, production ramp-ups, and aftermarket services.
Standardize contract templates and approval processes to drive efficiency and consistency.
Advise leadership and cross-functional teams on contract interpretation, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies.
Direct the company’s trade compliance program in accordance with U.S. and international regulations, including EAR, OFAC, and customs requirements applicable to commercial aerospace products.
Oversee product, technology, and software export classifications.
Ensure proper export licensing, denied party screening, and trade documentation processes are in place.
Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on global manufacturing, supply chain, and customer operations
Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions related to trade compliance.
Act as primary liaison with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and external advisors.
Partner with Sales, Programs, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality to support compliant commercial execution.
Develop and deliver training on contracts and trade compliance tailored to commercial aerospace operations.
Develop system to track adherence to SOW’s and change management for SOW’s.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, compliance, and accountability.