Senior Compliance Manager
hace 2 días
Pittsburgh
Our client is a world leader in the promotional products space, and they are in search of a Sr. Compliance Manager to join their team Product Development/Supply Chain Team in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA area. If you are compliance expert, well versed in regulatory and trade compliance, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) management, with strong working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, and understands all of these acronyms; INCOTERMS, EAR, ITAR, FDA, CPSC, UL, EPA, APHIS, then this job is for YOU! As the Senior Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the organization’s products and trade operations meet all applicable domestic and international regulations. This position oversees global product compliance, import/export compliance, and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) management, driving programs that mitigate risk, enhance efficiency, and support business growth. In collaboration with supply chain, product development, quality, legal, and logistics teams you will help to embed compliance into daily operations. The Day to Day: Regulatory & Social Compliance • Ensure all products meet domestic and international regulatory, safety, and environmental standards., • Lead global Social Compliance and Ethical Sourcing programs, including supplier audits (SMETA, BSCI) and corrective action management., • Oversee product labeling, certifications, documentation, and audit records to meet brand and regulatory requirements., • Monitor evolving regulations (e.g., UFLPA, sustainability, human rights) and integrate updates into company policies and supplier training. Trade & FTZ Compliance • Develop and manage import/export, customs, and FTZ compliance programs., • Oversee FTZ operations, reporting, reconciliations, and audit readiness., • Serve as primary liaison with U.S. Customs, brokers, and trade partners., • Ensure accurate classification, origin, valuation, and trade documentation., • Lead duty savings initiatives (drawback, preference programs, duty engineering, claims)., • Monitor and manage sanctions, embargoes, and trade restrictions. Policy, Training & Risk Management • Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and tools., • Deliver compliance training across internal teams., • Lead internal audits, investigations, and corrective action plans., • Track KPIs to measure program performance and continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Leadership • Partner with product, legal, supply chain, sourcing, and quality teams to embed compliance throughout the lifecycle., • Act as primary contact for regulatory agencies, customers, and third-party auditors., • Represent the company in industry forums and compliance initiatives., • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and cost savings. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field required., • Minimum of 7 years of experience in regulatory and trade compliance, including direct Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) management experience., • Strong working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, INCOTERMS, EAR, ITAR, and global product standards (FDA, CPSC, UL, EPA, APHIS)., • Proven ability to manage and optimize FTZ operations and duty mitigation programs., • Experience conducting internal audits, managing customs brokers, and engaging with regulatory agencies., • Proven experience managing social compliance or ethical sourcing programs within a global manufacturing or sourcing environment., • Strong understanding of international labor standards, social audit frameworks (SMETA, BSCI, SA8000), and corrective action management, • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills., • Proficiency with compliance software, data analysis, and trade management tools., • Preferred: Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or FTZ Operator/Administrator certification. Must be located in one of the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, or Utah.