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Global Trade Compliance Director

Emerson


Job Location:

Florham Park, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 150000 - 180000
Posted: 14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

If you are a compliance professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career look no more we have a the perfect role for you based in Florham Park NJ. The Global Trade Compliance Director role offers a highly visible opportunity to lead global compliance strategy across the Fluid and Motion Control businesses within the Final Control Business Group. You will guide the development and execution of a comprehensive International Trade Compliance (ITC) program that supports ethical operations reduces risk and enables efficient global business.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Autonomously enable the ethical execution of legal business opportunities proactively mitigating risk and reducing cost
  • Oversee the ITC function for FLMC and take responsibility for the development and management of the Americas FLMC Trade Compliance team and program.
  • Directly manage and otherwise lead a global team of compliance professionals supporting their individual development project management and program execution
  • Direct FLMC locations compliance programsS1 supporting site self-assessment(s) program verification process(es) improvement plans and business profile(s) ensuring they are complete and maintained
  • Direct FLMC locations to ensure that each business/location has implemented the necessary operational procedures procedural training and periodic auditing as applicable to meet the requirements of their ITC program
  • Own and oversee export import and supply chain security compliance including customs valuation classification origin free trade agreements and CTPAT/AEO related controls as applicable for all FLMC locations.

  • Participate in Regulatory Compliance strategic projects teams and initiatives
  • Act as FLMCs escalation point of contact for Trade Compliance Assist with investigation of suspected violations of applicable regulations or related company policies preparation of disclosures and development of remedial measures
  • Collaborate with other ITC leaders including the Final Control ITC leader to ensure transparency provide support and help to drive Emersons global Regulatory Compliance goals and objectives
  • Collaborate with other functional areas (e.g. Legal Finance HR Internal Audit Sales etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigating and resolution consulting with Emerson management and external legal counsel as needed to resolve difficult legal ITC issues
  • Serve as FLMCs primary interface with government authorities (e.g. BIS OFAC CBP DoS) in coordination with Corporate Regulatory Compliance and Legal including audits inquiries and enforcement actions

  • Lead or otherwise assist in Trade Compliance related projects and programs as applicable to FLMC
  • Promotes Emersons purpose causes and values autonomously while supporting FLMCs strategic plan
Who You Are:
You articulate possibilities that will create sustainable value. You promote a sense of urgency and establish and enforce individual accountability in the team. You deliver messages in a clear compelling and concise manner. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders. You think globally and excel at viewing issues on a global basis.
For This Role You Will Need:
  • Bachelors degree
  • Relevant experience in a multinational environment with a strong understanding of regulatory compliance leading a trade compliance organization implementing function standards best practices and procedures
  • Strong understanding of maquila operations and free trade agreements especially USMCA
  • You exercise sound judgment in ambiguous high risk situations and are comfortable making and defending decisions with incomplete information.

  • You can translate complex regulatory requirements into practical scalable business solutions

  • Working knowledge of international trade regulations (e.g. OFAC BIS DoS U.S. and Mexico Customs Regulations )
  • Strong critical thinker ablet to interpret the fluid trade compliance landscape
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (estimated 10%)
  • Ability to workin the United States without current or future sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in international trade compliance business legal studies finance or a related field
  • Experience leading people mentoring coaching programs and/or largescale projects
  • U.S. Customs Broker License
  • Experience using systems such as JDE Oracle E2Open or TradeSphere Exporter
  • Knowledge of product environmental regulations (e.g. REACH RoHS IEC standards)
  • Knowledge of anticorruption standards and due diligence processes
  • Multi-lingual (Spanish a strong plus)
Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary within the local market in which we operate and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The starting salary for this role is $150000 - $180000 annually and eligible for bonus commensurate with the skills talent capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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Required Experience:

Director


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