Global Trade Compliance Director

The Director, Global Trade Compliance will be responsible for leading all aspects of the Trade Compliance function for T&M and taking ownership for the development and management of the T&M Trade Compliance team. This leadership role has high visibility within T&M and global Emerson organizations.

• Promote Emerson's purpose, causes, and values while supporting the company's objectives.
• Enable the ethical execution of legal business opportunities, proactively mitigating risk and reducing cost.
• Lead all aspects of the Trade Compliance function for T&M and take ownership for the development and management of the T&M Trade Compliance team.
• Directly or indirectly run and otherwise lead a global team of compliance professionals, supporting their individual development, project management, and program execution.
• Direct T&M ITC regional leaders to ensure that their respective Archer location records, self-assessment(s), program verification process(es), improvement plans, and business profile(s) are complete and maintained.
• Direct T&M ITC regional leaders to ensure that each business/location has implemented the vital operational procedures, procedural training, and periodic auditing, as applicable to meet the requirements of their trade compliance program.
• Participate in Emerson's Regulatory Compliance strategic projects, teams, and initiatives.
• Act as T&M's critical issue point of contact for Trade Compliance questions.
• Assist with the investigation of suspected violations of Trade Compliance regulations or related company policies, preparation of disclosures, and development of remedial measures.
• Collaborate with other Business Group Trade Compliance leaders to ensure transparency, provide support, and help drive Emerson's global Regulatory Compliance goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with other functional areas (e.g., Legal, Finance, HR, Internal Audit, Sales, etc.) to advise compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigating and resolution, collaborating with Emerson management and external legal counsel as needed to resolve difficult legal Trade Compliance issues.
• Lead or otherwise assist in Trade Compliance-related projects and programs as applicable to T&M.
• Develop and own an annual budget.
• Establish appropriate critical metrics to measure trade compliance operations globally.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in International Trade, Legal, Business, Finance, or related field with relevancy to a compliance role.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills, other languages are an advantage.
• 15+ years of direct experience in a multi-national Regulatory Compliance related field.
• 7+ years direct experience supervising and leading people, projects, and/or programs.
• Strong coaching & mentoring skills.
• Comfortable to work with senior management.
• Sound MS Office skills.
• Proven understanding of OCR/EASE, JDE, Oracle, E2Open, and TradeSphere Exporter.
• Proven understanding of international trade compliance regulations, including Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Department of State (DoS) ITAR, etc.
• High-level understanding of T&M products, businesses, and customers.
• Knowledge of product environmental compliance regulations, including REACH, RoHS, and IEC; information governance regulations including data privacy and product cyber security.
• Experience working in region and with local regulatory authorities.
• Ability to travel 25%+ for success in the role.

• Experience with Aerospace, Defense, and Government industries a plus.
• Knowledge of Anti-Corruption legislation and due diligence processes is a plus.

We recognize for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let's go

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Requisition ID : 24011203

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.