International Operations & Trade Compliance Manager
International Operations & Trade Compliance Manager
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Job Description
Your Role
We are seeking a strategic and highly experienced Sr Manager of International Operations and Trade Compliance to lead our comprehensive international trade operations and regulatory compliance programs across Brenntag Specialties global chemical distribution network. This role combines operational oversight of complex chemical trade activities with deep expertise in customs and trade compliance ensuring seamless cross-border operations while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory adherence in the chemical industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in international trade compliance for chemical products proven leadership capabilities and a track record of optimizing complex global supply chain operations in highly regulated environments.
Responsibilities
Trade Compliance Leadership:
Develop and enforce comprehensive import/export compliance policies and procedures for all international chemical distribution operations for Brenntag Specialties across our North American network.
Lead implementation of trade compliance strategies aligned with chemical industry regulations including C-TPAT ITAR EAR FCPA REACH CLP and customs regulations specific to chemical products.
Oversee end-to-end compliance programs including Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) duty drawback programs chemical-specific valuation processes and reconciliation procedures.
Manage relationships with customs brokers chemical logistics providers and regulatory agencies establishing performance metrics and corrective action programs.
Lead internal and external audits specific to chemical trade compliance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Regulatory Risk Management:
Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues related to chemical product classifications hazardous materials regulations and international chemical trade restrictions.
Interpret complex trade regulations affecting chemical products and present clear risk assessment and mitigation plans to Brenntag leadership.
Support compliance with evolving chemical industry regulations including forced labor prevention acts environmental regulations and chemical safety standards.
Monitor and ensure compliance with country-specific chemical import/export restrictions and licensing requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with Brenntags Legal Procurement Operations Finance Product Management and Business Development teams on compliance initiatives specific to chemical distribution.
Support international business development efforts with chemical market intelligence regulatory guidance and trade compliance expertise.
Work closely with Product Stewardship and EHS teams to ensure chemical product compliance across international markets.
Team Leadership & Strategic Planning:
Build mentor and lead a high-performing international operations and trade compliance team across Brenntag Specialties regional network.
Conduct performance management recruiting and professional development for direct reports in a matrixed organizational environment.
Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on chemical trade regulations and compliance requirements.
Drive continuous improvement methodology in key areas of service profit and regulatory compliance specific to chemical distribution.
Reporting & Stakeholder Management:
Develop and generate regular reports and presentations that provide insights into international trade compliance performance and chemical market trends.
Present compliance performance and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
Collaborate with regional Brenntag operations teams to ensure consistent adherence to compliance standards across all markets.
Your Profile
Skills
Objective: Identify the most important and needed skills for the role.
Guidelines: Copy and paste the data from the Brenntag JD library. List essential technical and soft 5-7 bullet points for clarity. Prioritize skills that are critical to performing the job successfully.
Proficiency in specific tool or skill
Strong soft skill e.g. communication or problem-solving
Experience with specific process or methodology
Certification in relevant certification
Ability to specific critical skill
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in International Trade Supply Chain Management Business or related field.
U.S. Customs Broker License or equivalent international trade certification.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in import/export compliance and international operations preferably in chemical distribution or related industries.
At least 5 years of experience in a senior management or leadership role overseeing compliance functions in a global matrixed organization.
Experience in the chemical distribution specialty chemicals or industrial chemicals industry particularly in multinational organizations operating in highly regulated environments.
Advanced degree in International Trade Supply Chain Chemical Engineering or related field.
Experience with chemical data management systems product stewardship platforms and regulatory databases.
Proficiency in multiple languages relevant to key chemical trading regions (German Spanish Mandarin or other languages relevant to Brenntags global operations).
Experience with government services operations and regulatory agency interactions in the chemical industry.
Our Offer
Our Offer
- We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
- Individual development on-the-job training and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
- Paid parental leave
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)
Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age disability gender identity sexual orientation ethnicity race religion or belief parental and family status or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
