It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Location: This role is remote, but if you are based near one of our hub locations (Chicago, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; Erie, PA; Fort Worth, TX), you will be expected to work in a hybrid arrangement.

Who will you be working with?

The Global Export Compliance Manager will reduce business risk through collaboratively developing, implementing, managing and monitoring Wabtec’s export compliance program as Wabtec’s export regulatory subject matter expert with a focus on US regulations.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Legal Compliance team, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant export control, sanctions, and boycott regulations.

What do we want to know about you?

Bachelor’s degree requiredUS Customs Brokerage License and/or CUSECO preferred (EU or UK equivalents considered) 8+ years relevant export control or trade compliance role in a manufacturing or service businessStrong leadership skills with a track record of cross-function and geography collaborationExcellent interpersonal and influencing skills as part of a teamDetailed knowledge of US export control, sanctions and boycott regulationsDemonstrated success in creating, implementing, managing, and improving Trade Compliance programsStrong English language skills are a mustGood commercial awareness and business acumen

What will your typical day look like?

Liaise with relevant government regulators, acting as the principal point of contact for export control, sanctions and boycott matters relating to Wabtec’s businesses.Support strategic development of Wabtec’s global Export Control Compliance program.Execute the development, implementation and periodic assessment of procedures, policies, and practices to address export and sanctions compliance risk across Wabtec business units.Collaborate with individual business units to determine the most effective manner to embed export compliance requirements into business operations.Develop and maintain a risk assessment plan in collaboration with internal stakeholders.Oversee Wabtec’s third-party screening program, including ensuring proper screening is conducted and deciphering screening results.Ensure that accurate export control classifications for goods, technology and software are maintained and guide relevant stakeholders in the business units on the requirements for dealing in controlled products, software and technology.Develop and deliver export control, sanctions, and boycott training to key stakeholders on an annual basis. Provide ad-hoc training to the business as requested. Manage export or OFAC licenses, technical assistance agreements, technology control plans or other government authorizations company-wide, including drafting and preparing application packages and post-approval conformance to the terms of the licenses/agreements.  Ensure that required recordkeeping is maintained per jurisdictional and Wabtec business requirements.Implement monitoring and audit programs to help prevent, detect and respond to non-compliance issues.Manage Wabtec’s Sanctions Review Board tollgate processMay deal with highly sensitive personal information, proprietary business information, confidential business and business trade information, and will be responsible for overseeing government authorizations company-wide

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $86,000 - $159,100. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Wabtec will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.  The job solicitations, interviews, and any offers for this role are being administered per the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act and the Unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.