Import / Export Compliance Manager

Company As one of the world's leading manufacturers of slewing bearings, thyssenkrupp rothe erde leads the way. We develop solutions for the most diverse applications which all have something in common: They transcend the ordinary. From exploring the universe, the sourcing of raw material in the open sea, through to mine or tunnel excavations deep under the earth - our products help turn visions into reality and ensure projects around the world are successful under the most difficult conditions. Rothe Erde consists of around 6,000 employees who represent different lifestyles and cultures. Despite this diversity, we are united by a common identity: we are one team. We strengthen each other through close collaboration, continuous learning and joint development. We believe in fairness. We respect each other and maintain open communication. We keep our word and put our promises into practice. This framework of values unites us and makes us successful. Your responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: The Import/Export Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering the Company's global import and export compliance program. DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES: Serve as the Company's primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all import, export, customs, and trade compliance matters. Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve trade compliance policies, procedures, internal controls, and work instructions to ensure compliance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Export Control Reform Act (ECRA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, OFAC sanctions, and other applicable U.S. and international trade laws. Analyze domestic and international business transactions to determine applicable import and export requirements, verify regulatory compliance, and ensure transactions satisfy corporate policies prior to shipment. Manage export licensing activities, including determining Export Control Classification Numbers, preparing and submitting license applications to the Bureau of Industry and Security, evaluating license exceptions, and maintaining all required export authorization records. Classify imported products under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, determine country of origin, conduct origin analyses for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement and other applicable free trade agreements, and ensure compliance with customs valuation, marking, and preferential trade program requirements. Coordinate and review all import and export documentation, including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, USMCA certifications, Shipper's Letters of Instruction, Electronic Export Information, End-Use/End-User Certificates, Delivery Verification Certificates, and other documentation required to support compliant international shipments. Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, government agencies, and third-party logistics providers to facilitate compliant import and export transactions, resolve customs issues and holds, and minimize shipment delays. Monitor changes to international trade regulations, tariff schedules, sanctions programs, customs requirements, and trade remedies; evaluate business impact. Review customer purchase orders, contracts, technical data, shipping documentation, and government requirements to ensure compliance. Conduct denied party and sanctions screening of customers, vendors, visitors, and other business partners using approved screening systems. Maintain complete and accurate import and export compliance records, including classification determinations, Commodity Jurisdiction requests, export licenses, license exceptions, customs filings, audit logs, and transaction documentation. Perform internal compliance reviews and post-entry customs audits, coordinate Post Summary Correcti