(USA) Export Compliance Manager

Role & Responsibilities:

• Remain informed of current export issues, regulations, and laws through the attendance of compliance training sponsored by the government and industry experts.
• Familiarize appropriate division staff with international trade laws and regulations.
• Monitor international inbound and outbound orders; investigating and expediting those orders which have been delayed. This includes performing sanctions and export control checks on held shipments.
• Prepare, update, and retain requisite domestic and international export documentation.
• Comply with all TSA regulations and monitoring of the following but not limited to:
  • Training
  • IACMS Portal
  • Internal Export Compliance Audits
  • TSA Audits
  • TSA/ Export Compliance Trainings
• Remain up-to-date on all relevant international trade regulations, export controls, and sanctions. 
• Interpret and ensure compliance with government regulations such as ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), EAR (Export Administration Regulations), Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), and other trade compliance laws.
• Maintain and implement effective controls for the compliant handling of hazardous materials (dangerous goods) cargo.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with export compliance, including potential fines or penalties.
• Implement internal controls to minimize compliance risks.
• Conduct regular internal audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and complete records related to export transactions.
• Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory authorities.
• Generate internal reports to provide insights into compliance performance.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement in the export compliance process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, or related field or combination equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in the freight forwarding industry.
• Knowledge of import and export both ocean and air operations management.
• Experience with hazardous materials (dangerous goods) cargo.
• Excellent computer knowledge, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, and experience with Cargowise is ideal.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Capable of managing a healthy amount of stress coming from customer deadlines and unforeseen circumstances.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong business acumen with a keen aptitude to quickly assimilate new information.
• Excellent organization, analytical, written, and oral communications skills.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgement.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems.
• Must be a confident self-starter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally and externally.
• Candidates must be self-motivated, customer service oriented, and eager to ensure the success of the team.
• Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.

Benefit Information:

MEC provides a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package for full-time employees.  These offerings reflect our commitment to supporting and valuing our team.

• Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match after 30 days.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance plus short/long-term disability coverage.
• Time Off: 9 holidays, vacation, sick, and float hours.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000