Irvine, CA, USA
1 day ago
Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

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Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem. With the ability to reach nearly 90% of the global population, we play a vital role in the worldwide IT sales channel, bringing products and services from technology manufacturers and cloud providers to business-to-business technology experts. Our market reach, diverse solutions and services portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart. Learn more at www.ingrammicro.com

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Position Summary

Responsible for the ECCN and HTS classification determination of technology products and services, resulting in the license determination of export, re-export an in country transfer orders in compliance with all U.S. Export Control Laws and regulations. 

This position requires a strong working knowledge of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations with a focus on the ECCN classification of restricted encryption products, export licensing, and customer screening for hardware, software, services and technology while organizing priorities and allocation of resources to meet operational objectives. 

This position requires strong concern for quality and accuracy of work with a results-oriented focus. The work involves critical and technical thinking and problem solving based on detailed knowledge of all pertinent facts and thorough analysis of relevant details.  This position is expected to provide support on matters including process development, training, and other projects requested by senior management.

Your role:

Major Responsibility:          Product Classification and Export License Determination

Determine product classifications for hardware, software, technology and services to support Export, re-export and transfers in compliance with all U.S. export laws and regulationsProvide guidance and direction to colleagues on classification, license determination and end user screening decisions on intermediate to complex transactions.Prepare export license applications via SNAP-R for US and IM subsidiary locations globally.Validate, continuously monitor and maintain ECCN and HTS classifications in various ERP systems or tools globally.

             

Percentage:       30%

Major Responsibility:          Export Order Management Operations

Investigate, determine root cause and provide resolution on compliance decisions or compliance system related anomalies, taking necessary actions to drive issues to closure.Effectively distribute and prioritize workflow to maximize efficiency in classification and export order management daily operationsDevelop SOPs, process flows and training guides for all areas of responsibility performed by the Trade Compliance Specialists team.  Advanced working knowledge and application of compliance systems and tools and impact to daily operations

Percentage:       30%

Major Responsibility:          Reporting, Performance Metrics, Audit

Develop and analyze export metrics, KPIs and reporting to understand trends and identify continuous process improvement opportunitiesPrepare and submit required ENC and other regulatory reporting requirements within required regulatory deadlines.Conduct export control audits and risk assessments to evaluate riskImplement and monitor corrective action plans for identified risks, driving them to closure

Percentage:       ­­­10%

Major Responsibility: Compliance Training        

Develop content and conduct training related to U.S. Export Controls to internal stakeholdersManage onboarding and deliver training for new compliance team associatesIdentify and address training opportunities with team members highlighting best practices and providing feedback where necessary.              

Percentage:       10  %

Major Responsibility:            Export Control Laws and Regulations    

Demonstrated proficiency in navigating the EARWorks on issues with precedence, analyzes situations with Supervisory support and provides recommendations to Sr. Management.Quickly absorbs and prepares business case analysis on routine to intermediate compliance opportunities as they arise.Collaborate effectively with trade compliance team to identify, root cause, develop and implement requirements for new compliance solutions.Key participant in policy and procedure decisions as a result of legislative and regulatory changes that can potentially impact Ingram’s businessRegularly interface with IM subsidiaries to support business opportunities and daily operational requirements with the ultimate goal of ensuring compliance.

Percentage:        10%

Using company processes, procedures and experience advise associates globally if they can release a transaction on hold, if an encryption product is restricted, if an export license is required, if a party is a government end-userIdentification that a regulatory change requires Ingram to update a system or business practice.Recommendation on the classification decision of any product, software or technologyCan stop a transaction if feels there is a violationIs an export license required either due to product classification and end-user and/or destination

What you bring to the role:

Bachelor’s degree in related field5+ years of Trade Compliance experienceDemonstrated proficiency in the Export Administration RegulationsDemonstrated proficiency in the Commerce Control List to determine ECCN classification for technology products with an emphasis on encryption technology  Demonstrated proficiency in determining HTS classification across multiple country tariffs for technology products.Familiarity with submitting export license applications via SNAP-RExcellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize among demanding and sometimes conflicting requirements.Effectively balance service with regulatory compliance.Must have a business-oriented, pragmatic approach to challenges that arise in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity and professionalism, including dealing with complex and sensitive mattersFlexible, positive and hardworking team playerExcellent written communication and problem-solving skillsIntermediate level of proficiency in the MS Office Suite including knowledge of using pivot tables/Vlookup for analysis

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $81,800.00 - $130,900.00 per year.

The ranges above reflect the potential annual base pay across the U.S. for all roles; the applicable base pay range will depend on the candidate’s primary work location, pay grade, and variable compensation plan. Individual base pay within each range depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time of hire. New hires starting base pay generally falls in the bottom half (between the minimum and midpoint) of a pay range.

At Ingram Micro certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus or sales incentives and long-term incentives. These awards are allocated based on position level and individual performance. U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.

This is not a complete listing of the job duties.  It’s a representation of the things you will be doing, and you may not perform all these duties.

Please be prepared to pass a drug test and successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

Ingram Micro Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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