Trade Compliance Specialist

As the ELANTAS North America LLC’s Trade Compliance Specialist, you will provide an oversight into all activities, working with multiple departments to ensure effective compliance controls have been implemented and proper procedures/working instructions are being followed. This role is based on-site in St. Louis, MO and requires occasional travel to other US facilities.

The Position will also provide oversight to the trade compliance program and work with various stakeholders to verify legalities and accuracy of submissions. You will ensure effective implementation of applicable United States, Mexico, and Canada Regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Specific Responsibilities:

• Advise senior management about trade compliance aspects and risks of proposed business decisions.
• Interpret International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administrations Regulations (EAR), Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), and provide guidance on import and/or export related regulations.
• Provide guidance and interpretation of US government regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• ITAR and EAR Export License Management.
• ITAR Agreement Management.
• Prepare and manage export authorizations, including ITAR licenses, agreements and exemptions
• Coordinate the review and submission of USG application requests
• Analyze and interpret export and import regulations and maintain current knowledge of changes.
• Evaluate existing policies and procedures, identifying gaps and areas of improvement.
• Monitor compliance activities and effectiveness of third-party (e.g., freight forwarders, etc.) import/export controls. Oversee resolution of gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Perform functional audits of internal trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review and approve technology control plans, and provide compliance support.
• Conduct assessment and analysis of potential risks and developing risk management strategies.
• Analyze transactions for which due diligence indicates potential risk and determine whether due diligence has been satisfied.
• Provide export shipping technical support for ad-hoc and other non-routine shipments.
• Maintain documentation and records required for corporate/state/federal regulatory compliance.
• Provide budgetary input to ensure emergency planning and process safety initiatives are adequately funded.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent education and experience with at least 3-5 years of experience with export and/or import regulatory compliance. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience and knowledge of ITAR/EAR rules and regulations as established by the US Government including anti-boycott regulations, sanctions administered by OFAC, Customs Regulations, and Foreign Trade Regulations, familiarity with customs requirements, export licensing, economic sanctions and arms embargos, re-export and retransfer requirements.
• Demonstrated excellence in both verbal and written communication.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and accounts simultaneously, while remaining adaptable to shifting priorities.
• Skilled in prioritizing tasks, meeting critical deadlines, and thriving in fast-paced environments.
• Strong administrative competencies, including organization, time management, planning, and problem-solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel as needed; approximately 5% travel required to support other ENAL facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds, climb ladders, bend, kneel, stoop, and walk up/downstairs without assistance.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience with export and/or import regulatory compliance?
• How many years of experience in a manufacturing environment?
• Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?
• Will you now or in the future require any type of sponsorship to work in the United States?
• This position requires being on-site at our St. Louis, MO site 5 days a week. Are you located in the St. Louis area and able to meet this requirement? Relocation assistance will not be provided.
• Are you currently employed with Altana or any subsidiary such as ELANTAS?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed?
• If offered the role, are you able to and willing to successfully complete a background check inclusive of marijuana drug testing?

Work Location: In person