Lead Trade Compliance

International Trade Compliance (ITC) Program Support

• Support the development implementation and continuous improvement of Emerson International Trade Compliance (ITC) program in India.

• Ensure alignment with global trade compliance policies directives and internal standards.

• Assist in creating and maintaining trade compliance manuals SOPs and internal guidelines and monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on business operations.

Import Compliance & Customs Operations

• Ensure compliance with Indian import regulations customs laws and EXIM policy.

• Understanding of customs clearance activities in coordination with Customs Handling Agents (CHA)/Customs brokers.

• Maintain and standardize customs brokerage SOPs across CSS business units.

• Provide guidance on customs valuations including Special Valuation Branch (SVB) matters related party transactions and Customs Assist Rules.

• Support bonded operations (EOU EHTP STPI etc.) and ensure regulatory adherence.

• Assist in audits investigations and responses to customs authorities.

Export Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with Indian export regulations and global export control requirements.

• Support export classification under applicable regimes: U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) / Commerce Control List (CCL) EU Dual-Use regulations Indian SCOMET guidelines.

• Assist in determining licensing requirements and export eligibility.

• Provide guidance on deemed exports re-exports and routed exports.

• Support compliance with technology and software transfer and license wireless and encryption rules.

Sanctions Embargo & Restricted Party Screening

• Ensure compliance with international sanctions and embargo regulations (primarily U.S. EU and UK).

• Manage and oversee restricted/denied party screening processes.

• Investigate and resolve screening hits and escalate as required.

• Provide advisory support on high-risk countries customers and transactions.

Export Incentive Schemes & Trade Programs

• Support implementation and compliance for export incentive schemes such as: RoDTEP Advance Authorization (Advance License) Duty Drawback Ensure accurate documentation claims and audit readiness.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for maximization of eligible benefits.

Classification (Import & Export)

• Perform and support HS classification for imported and exported goods.

• Maintain classification database and ensure consistency across systems.

• Assist in export control classification (ECCN/SCOMET categorization).

• Resolve classification disputes and support audits.

Compliance Audits & Monitoring

• Conduct internal compliance reviews and site-level audits.

• Support external audits (customs regulatory internal audit teams).

• Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.

• Track and report compliance metrics through Emerson Archer compliance program.

Training & Awareness

• Support development and delivery of trade compliance training programs

• Conduct awareness sessions for cross-functional teams (supply chain procurement sales finance).

• Promote a culture of Emerson compliance program across the organization.

Advisory & Business Support

• Act as a subject matter resource for trade compliance queries from business units.

• Provide guidance on complex or escalated compliance issues.

• Partner with supply chain logistics legal and finance teams to ensure compliant operations.

• Support new business initiatives projects and product launches from a trade compliance perspective.

Supply Chain Security Programs

• Support and maintain supply chain security initiatives such as: Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Assist in certification renewal and audit processes.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with security standards.

Documentation & Record Keeping

• Ensure proper maintenance of Import/Export documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

• Support Emerson record retention policies and audit readiness.

• Maintain trade compliance records licenses and approvals.

Free/ Preferential Trade controls

• Cost benefit analysis

• Free/ Preferential Trade controls

• Documentation

Duty drawback Strock suspension

• Cost eligibility/ scope analysis.

• Application process and record management

• Inventory method controls determination

ITC Controls

• Cloud computing controls

• e-commerce controls

• Technology controls

• Nuclear Controls

• Military/ ITAR Controls

Internal

• The role works closely with the Emerson Global Legal and Regulatory Compliance function to align India compliance programs with global policies and standards while partnering with CSS India business leaders and operations teams to provide regulatory guidance that enables lawful business execution.

• It collaborates with Supply Chain Procurement and Logistics to ensure compliant sourcing Import/Export execution and supplier onboarding and Finance and Tax to support duty optimization export incentives valuation and audit readiness.

• In addition it engages in Engineering Quality and Product Management on export control BIS and coordinates with global and regional regulatory compliance and functional teams on cross-border export control and broader global compliance initiatives.

External

• The role maintains effective external relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure compliant execution of import and export transactions including accurate documentation and customs processes and interfaces with relevant government authorities and regulators as appropriate on licensing matters audits inquiries and other regulatory requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Compliance Legal International Trade or a related regulatory function.

• Strong knowledge of Indian regulatory frameworks impacting trade customs and compliance.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional compliance initiatives within a matrix organization.

• Excellent oral and written English and Hindi communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior management and diverse stakeholders.

• Experience supporting multinational or U.S./EU-headquartered organizations.

• Familiarity with compliance systems dashboards and audit frameworks.

• Working knowledge of JDE Oracle E2Open and TradeSphere Exporter

• Ability to travel 10% for success in the role (Requires to travel different locations like Mumbai Delhi Hyderabad etc)

• Bachelors degree in law Business Engineering Finance or a related discipline; or an associate degree in legal studies Business International Trade or equivalent with relevant professional experience.

Our Offer to You:

By joining Emerson you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.

Emersons compensation and benefits programs are designed to becompetitive within the industry and local labor markets. We also offer acomprehensive medical and insurance coverageto meet the needs of our employees.

We attract develop and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment where allemployees can reach their greatest potential. We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company.

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Our Commitment to Our People

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We have built an engaged community of inquisitive dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed trusted celebrated and empowered to solve the worlds most complex problems for our customers our communities and the planet. Youll 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.

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