Trade Business Intelligence Specialist Reference #20436 Waterdown, Ontario About the Role The Trade Compliance Specialist will be a part of the WESCAM Trade Compliance team supporting trade compliance process analytics to help align strategic goals into actionable plans. Communicates with both internal and external stakeholders to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures. Recommends enhancements to systems and processes, and works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects. The Trade Specialist will provide process, data analytics and technical expertise to ensure that all trade compliance related interactions meet regulatory, corporate, and local compliance requirements to support data analysis, reporting, and process improvements. Conducts training sessions for employees and assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Develops and conducts audits of internal controls and procedures by examining artifacts to ensure compliant transactions. Supports external audits and inquiries from US governmental control agencies such as Customs, DoS, DoC, and Global Affairs Canada through data gathering and corrective action execution. Prepares agreements in accordance with federal regulations to support International business initiatives, including: employment of foreign persons, manufacturing abroad, and sourcing and development relationships with foreign entities. Interprets governmental responses and provides guidance to stakeholders. Establishes and maintains relations with government licensing authorities to ensure the company's position on licensing and technology is conveyed, understood and accepted. Primary Responsibilities + Collect, inspect, cleanse data from multiple data sources, and analyze data to improve reporting, suggest and implement automation. + Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects and Recommends enhancements to systems and processes to enhance effectiveness. + Support L3Harris E3 - Continuous Improvement initiatives, such as developing and updating business process, training materials, reports, and ERP improvement projects + Work with internal / external stakeholders to obtain supporting documents, for Canadian Export and Brokering permits and U.S. Export, Re-export and Re-transfer license applications. + Draft and submit Canadian Export and Brokering permit applications to Global Affairs Canada + Monitor Canadian Export / Brokering Permit, update internal stakeholders of permit status and update EXCOL with quarterly and semi-annual reports + Draft and submit U.S. Department of State (DOS) and U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Export, Re-export and Re-transfer license applications to the Global Trade Group for review prior to submission to the United States Government + Monitor, review and release blocked shipments and determine if a valid export authorization can be used to release the shipment in the ERP system + Support with the management of Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), Warehouse Distribution Agreements (WDA) and Technology Control Plans (TCP) + Validate Export Classification and Jurisdiction of purchased and manufactured items (i.e. ECCN, USML, ECL, BCL, CGP) with support from Engineering, Procurement and IMS Segment classification teams + Conduct Restricted Party Screening (RPS) for all L3HARRIS business partners + Assist with trade compliance investigations, risk mitigation, audits and self-assessments. Required Capabilities + Requires keen attention to detail, with the ability to learn and comprehend detailed laws and regulations. + Proficiency in BI Power or other reporting applications + Very good analytical skills working with large amounts of data + Knowledge of L3Harris products and export control status would be an asset + Excellent written and oral communication skills at the professional level + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational skills + Effectively manages multiple tasks and can prioritize to meet deadlines + Passion for continuous improvement and education + Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels. + Perform duties with minimum supervision, and participate in cross-functional projects as assigned. + Proactive problem solver, action and results oriented with a willingness to see things through to the end. + Ability to work efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines. Desired Education and Experiences + Requires proficient knowledge of job area + May have practical knowledge of project management + Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. + Graduate Degree or equivalent with 2 years of prior related experience. + In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. + Knowledge of & experience with the following regulations: + Canada’s Export & Import Permits Act (EIPA), + Canada’s Controlled Goods Program (CGP), + International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR), + Export Administration Regulations (EAR) #LI-BD1 L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.