Director - Global Trade Compliance

Discovery Energy Corp • Kohler, WI

402d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director - Global Trade Compliance is responsible for leading and implementing the company's global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to all applicable trade compliance rules and regulations across its subsidiaries. This role involves managing a lean team located in the U.S., China, and India, and requires strategic oversight of import, export, and international trade activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as international trade, supply chain, business, or law.
• 10+ years of experience in trade compliance or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of export regulations, customs procedures, and trade agreements.
• Demonstrated expertise in Global Trade Management tools and systems.
• Licensed Customs Broker preferred.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages a lean trade compliance team, including associates based in the U.S., China, and India.
• Manages import, export, and international trade activities globally.
• Sets a global strategy to minimize duties with programs such as trade preference programs, in-bond movements, and recovery of paid duties such as drawback.
• Manages all responses to inquiries and challenges from various customs authorities.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable trade compliance laws and regulations in various countries where the organization operates.
• Stays current with trade compliance laws and regulations and provides insights regarding potential changes or impacts.
• Oversees the preparation and maintenance of trade-related documentation, including customs records, licenses, permits, and certificates.
• Conducts risk assessments to identify potential trade compliance issues and implements corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Assists in internal and external trade compliance audits and provides documentation and information as needed.
• Analyzes trade-related data to identify trends, discrepancies, or potential areas for process improvement, cost reduction, or risk mitigation.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, customs brokers, and government agencies to address trade compliance concerns and resolve issues.
• Provides training and guidance to internal stakeholders to enhance understanding of trade compliance regulations and procedures.
• Implements improvements to the global trade compliance program as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Oil and Gas Extraction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree