Trade Compliance Manager

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at . Job SummaryThe Global Trade Compliance Manager is a key role within the company’s global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to all applicable import/export laws, regulations, and sanctions requirements. This role drives strategic compliance initiatives, supports global business expansion, and mitigates regulatory risk through robust governance, due diligence, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)Support global import/export compliance programs, including classification, licensing, and adherence to export controls and sanctions regulations Collection/Coordination/ Tracking of the corrective actions from Self-Assessments/Broker corrective actions/Audits. Conduct risk assessments and internal audit programs (classification, valuation, country of origin, ACE filings, BIS/export controls), including remediation and continuous improvement efforts. Support and ensure compliance with regulatory programs including BAA (Buy American Act), BABA (Build America, Buy America), TAA (Trade Agreements Act), and similar requirements under the Trade Ops. Develop, implement, and maintain global trade compliance policies, procedures, and training programs. Manage and analyze trade compliance metrics, CTPAT, and data trends to monitor program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Education (minimum education required)Some College in Legal or Engineering ManagementOtherThe ideal candidate holds a degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Law, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) and brings prior experience working in global, multi-jurisdictional trade compliance environments. This is a sedentary role involving sitting most of the time, with occasional walking or standing and exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.The position requires domestic travel ranging from 0% to 25% Work location:This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.The range for this position is $107,300.00 to $232,200.00 USD. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. 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