Government Compliance Specialist - BZB & TSH

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world including Buffalo Trace Pappy Van Winkle Eagle Rare Blantons and Sazerac Rye. Additionally Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits including Fireball Southern Comfort Seagrams V.O. Myerss Goldschlger Parrot Bay 99 Brand and Platinum Vodka.

Were proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky four times and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of worlds most award-winning distillery through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether youre a recent graduate or an experienced professional Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting entrepreneurial industry.

• Ensure compliance with TTB regulations across all operational areas including bottling processing and shipping. Collaborate with department managers to uphold standards conduct compliance audits and implement corrective actions. Maintain accurate records support operational accuracy and ensure adherence to all Personal Safety Food Safety Quality and Environmental policies.
• Prepare review and submit semi-monthly FET reports to the TTB with precision and timeliness. Distribute finalized reports to internal stakeholders customers and the corporate office. Manage filings with attention to financial impact as they involve multi-million-dollar tax obligations. Submit FET claims accurately to all required agencies.
• Prepare and submit all required reports to TTB corporate offices plant personnel and state agencies promptly and accurately. Partner with the manager to validate system-generated Government Records reports and support improvements to ensure accuracy and reliability for internal and external reporting needs.
• Support TTB audits and general inquiries by assisting the Regulatory Manager and providing organized accessible government documentation. Maintain audit readiness by ensuring all records are complete accurate and readily available to regulatory personnel.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of bottling processing and shipping areas to ensure compliance with TTB requirements. Work with department managers to identify and implement corrective actions and process improvements. Provide training as needed to promote compliance awareness and accountability.
• Foster a professional respectful work environment by maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrate leadership through consistent values-driven behavior and contribute to a positive company culture.
• Collaborate with your manager to enhance job-related skills through regular feedback and improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain a Performance Development Plan focused on assigned competencies to support professional growth and improved performance.
• Create and maintain a Career Development Plan to identify skill gaps and pursue targeted growth opportunities. Focus on continuous improvement and readiness for future roles within the organization.

Must

• Working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word Excel and Outlook)
• Demonstrated knowledge of all relevant government regulations
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
• At least 21 years of age
• Detail Oriented
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Bachelors Degree or commensurate experience
• 5 years Experience in a compliance related field such as TTB Customs IRS auditing

Preferred

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to formulate compliance solutions acceptable to both Government Agencies and Company Plants
• Knowledge of import/export processes/regulations (FDA US Customs)
• Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
• 2 years Alcoholic Beverage Industry compliance experience

Physical

• In-person job attendance

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