Trade Compliance Program Manager

Nidec

Job Location:

Saint Louis, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The worlds dreams peoples dreams our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the worlds and peoples tomorrows; the worlds first the worlds best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Job Description Summary
Nidec is the worlds No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors industrial motors appliance motors and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment mining oil and gas and power generation and for commercial applications such as pool and spa condensers cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140000 employees stationed worldwide Nidec continues to be a unique organization and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for governance oversight and continuous improvement of import and export compliance programs for assigned U.S. and Canadian businesses. Operates within a decentralized compliance model where businesses execute daily activities while Corporate Trade Compliance sets policy standards training and audit requirements. Serves as the primary corporate compliance contact for assigned businesses providing guidance risk oversight and escalation support.

Key Responsibilities

Business Unit Oversight

Serve as corporate Trade Compliance governance lead for assigned businesses
Act as primary corporate contact for business Trade Compliance Managers or compliance leads
Define and maintain clear roles and responsibilities between Corporate and business compliance teams
Provide regulatory guidance to support compliant import/export execution
Escalate systemic risks and recurring noncompliance to Trade Compliance leadership

Policies Standards and Governance

Develop implement and maintain corporate Trade Compliance policies and standards
Establish and enforce minimum compliance requirements and control frameworks applicable across all businesses
Ensure business programs align with corporate standards while accommodating operational needs
Provide guidance on classification export controls recordkeeping documentation and nuanced issues

Audits and Risk Management

Plan and execute business self-assessments and corporate-led compliance audits
Evaluate program effectiveness and assign business risk ratings
Identify compliance gaps root causes and control weaknesses
Track and monitor corrective and preventative action plans
Support business preparation for internal external and regulatory audits

Training and Compliance Culture

Develop and deliver standardized Trade Compliance training
Ensure consistent training content frequency and documentation
Support role-based training for operational stakeholders
Promote a culture of compliance and accountability

Regulatory and Government Engagement

Monitor U.S. and Canadian regulatory changes and communicate impacts
Support responses to government inquiries audits and enforcement actions
Liaise with government agencies customs brokers and external advisors
Support internal investigations and remediation activities

Continuous Improvement and Collaboration

Identify opportunities to improve compliance effectiveness standardization and risk reduction
Partner with cross-functional teams to address compliance issues

Required Qualifications

8 years of experience in Trade Compliance Customs Brokerage or a related regulatory role
Bachelors degree or higher
Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canada import/export regulations including Customs regulations EAR ITAR and FTR.
Experience conducting audits and compliance risk assessments
Proficiency with ACE and SNAP-R
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite products
Strong analytical communication and influencing skills
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
Ability to travel up to 10-15% within the U.S. and Canada

Preferred Qualifications

Trade compliance certifications (e.g. LCB CCS CUSIP CUSECO)
Experience partnering with business-level compliance teams
Experience supporting decentralized or matrixed organizations
Experience with ERP and compliance screening tools
Manufacturing and Mexico maquiladora exposure
Spanish or French language skills

Additional Job Details

Professional P3

Organizational Impact
Works to achieve operational functional and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results
Established professional; works under limited supervision
Works independently on moderately complex projects/assignments and contributes to setting objectives or goals of projects and assignments within team
Communication & Influence
Communicates with employees both within and occasionally outside of the department and/or job family on matters that require explanation interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
Influences employees within the department at an operational level regarding concepts or practices and some advisement on approaches
Innovation & Complexity
Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes procedures or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
Problems faced are difficult and mildly complex and typically impact the job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
Provides assistance and training to other employees
May lead significant parts of moderately complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
Requires advanced job knowledge and demonstrated competence within department typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
Requires a bachelors degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age gender gender identity sexual orientation race color genetic information religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following website: Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Required Experience:

Manager