Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

Responsible for managing Dollar Tree's Trade Compliance program as it relates to sanctions screening, CTPAT and other Customs and Border Protection (CBP) security/compliance initiatives. This role provides manager level support for matters related to sanctions, restricted party compliance, business partner screening, CTPAT and post entry audit. Manager will be actively engaged in driving program development and business partner training. Manager will build, develop and support a team that is highly skilled, motivated and focused on producing high quality results in a fast paced and compliance-oriented environment.

Oversees the day to day trade compliance operations.

1. Manage an effective global sanctions compliance program (OFAC/multinational lists, as well as UFLPA and WRO restricted parties) that is in compliance with current industry best practice, regulatory guidance and requirements. Support includes new system implementations, daily data updates and activity reporting.
2. Act as the main point of contact for sanctions list management and sanctions screening issues, by proactively identifying regulatory compliance and/or operational issues, analyzing the current screening lists for optimization and efficiency opportunities.
3. Develop policies, standards, training, and other procedural or guidance materials for sanctions screening program.
4. Monitor and evaluate global regulatory changes that impact compliance operations; inform management and impacted teams and implement appropriate process changes into day-to-day operations and procedures.
5. Ensure continuous improvement of global trade compliance function, conduct and support performance of compliance risk assessments, monitor and/or audit effectiveness of compliance processes, recommend and implement enhancements to the trade compliance program.
6. Support investigations, audits and risk assessments for sanction alerts and program functions; conduct root cause analysis on deficiencies, and development and manage resulting corrective action plans and appropriate policies and procedures.

Responsible for ensuring compliance with all CTPAT and Trade Compliance (ISA) related initiatives.

1. Manage Trade Compliance (ISA) program to include ongoing participation and completion of the annual notification requirements.
2. Review and continuously improve internal procedures and audits to retain Tier III CTPAT Security status as well as submit annual portal updates.
3. Maintain active relationship with CBP CTPAT related teams and National Account Manager.
4. Provide training and support for all internal and external partners engaged in CTPAT related operations.

Manage post entry audit program

1. Streamline existing processes while continuing to develop new solutions to support growth and new IT systems.
2. Ensure proper reporting and recordkeeping is maintained.

Develops and monitors service provider KPI's and provides performance reports.

Identifies ways to continuously improve systems, processes and procedures to promote automation, efficiencies, and cost. Partners with IT and other departments to achieve desired results as new IT solutions are developed.

Develops, maintains and updates trade compliance Standard Operating Procedures for the department.

Hire, manage and develop the Trade Compliance team; establish priorities, assign and guide the work of the Trade Compliance team and coach them to successfully achieve their objectives.

Exhibits strong collaboration and planning skills.

Other duties and projects as assigned.

Direct reports as team is built out

Education:

• Customs Broker License (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in trade compliance or related discipline

Experience:

• At least 7 years of relevant trade compliance experience.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. trade laws and regulations, CTPAT, UFLPA, WRO and other sanctions related matters.
• Experience working with CBP, OFAC and other government agencies.
• Previous experience with trade compliance screening tools to include solution implementation.
• Management experience in a major retail chain environment (preferred).
• Must have at least 3 years of experience leading, developing and motivating a team.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills required, Access experience preferred.

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