Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

Rapiscan, an OSI Systems, Inc. company, empowers those who safeguard our world with the technologies, services, and expertise needed to detect threats, secure commerce, and protect communities. An industry leader in X-ray inspection, radiation and trace detection, metal detection, and optical inspection solutions, Rapiscan has over 100,000 scanning systems installed around the world to assist customs agencies, border security, aviation authorities, law enforcement, military organizations, and security professionals in combatting terrorism, smuggling, and trade fraud.

Under the direction of the Sr. Trade Compliance Manager, the Trade Compliance Manager will ensure that the business undertakes import/export activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and provide guidance to the business unit on the applicability and implementation of U.S. export regulations, escalating to the Sr. Trade Compliance Manager if necessary.
• Draft and submit export license applications and technical assistance agreements to the U.S. Department of Commerce or U.S. Department of State following the internal application review process. Manage approved authorizations via OCR software to ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements
• Review and approve the export / import of goods, provide support in the movement of goods and seek guidance and higher-level approvals when applicable
• Independently review orders and determine whether they comply with legal requirements (such as anti-boycott, sanctions, restricted parties, etc.) and whether they can be accepted
• Independently review and approve export shipment documentation and Electronic Export Information (EEI) filing to ensure it complies with US export regulations
• Review product information in conjunction with internal stakeholders and determine the appropriate USML/ECCN and HTS/Schedule B code; add, edit, and maintain classification data in internal systems.
• Screen, review, and approve visitors to Rapiscan facilities
• Develop and deliver training relating to U.S. export / import requirements, U.S. re-export controls and company trade compliance policies
• Develop and implement business processes, procedures, and tools to ensure compliance with U.S. Government export / import regulations and Company policies
• Compile compliance metrics for presentation to management
• Collaborate with US and UK Trade Compliance teams on daily trade compliance tasks as well as projects
• Maintain export control records in accordance with U.S. Government regulations and Company policy
• Monitor export / import compliance (e.g., self-assessments). Analyze issues, identify corrective actions, and monitor progress to closure
• Support investigations, external audits, internal audits, and other compliance matters as directed
• Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company's Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in ITAR and EAR compliance and international trade, preferably within a manufacturing or aerospace/defense environment
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex ITAR/EAR regulations in a practical manner to facilitate business operations
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across multi-functional departments
• Strong project management and interpersonal team-building skills under constrained deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and manage priorities
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions
• Experience with DECCS, SNAP-R, OCR software preferred