Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

Location: Oldham, U.K.

Department: Accounting/Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

We develop technology that powers everyday life, enabling more than 4 billion transactions every week in more than 143 currencies worldwide. We provide smart validation devices and business‑management software for cash, coins, cards and mobile payments.

Primary Function

Lead and drive the development of policies and procedures for compliance with all regulatory and Crane requirements for trade import and export activities within CPI. Perform random audits, identify root causes and implement effective counter‑measures. Identify areas of risk and opportunity to improve compliance and efficiency. Support foreign trade, clearance of customs and build relationships with national and international authorities.

Reporting Structure

This role reports to the Sr. Director of Finance and Compliance and leads through influence across CPI functions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate the efficiency of controls and improve them continuously
• Collaborate with stakeholder departments to monitor enforcement of standards and regulations
• Assess the business\’s future ventures to identify possible compliance risks
• Review the work of colleagues to identify compliance issues and provide advice or training
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and evolving best practices in compliance control
• Prepare reports for senior management and external regulatory bodies as appropriate
• Develop and manage freight forwarder and customs agent relationships
• Assure that all third‑party logistics providers are operating in accordance with agreements and company policies
• Assure that complete import and export procedures, standard shipping instructions and destination profiles are established for destination countries
• Establish partnerships and strong relationships with other departments to build standard procedures, controls, practices, and systems
• Develop adequate staff of skilled and trained people in all regions capable of managing international shipments originating in their local regions; train staff on latest logistics and compliance policies
• Manage the processes around preparation, implementation, and modification of export/import license applications
• Interpret and ensure program compliance with terms and conditions of export authorizations
• Manage the export/import compliance risk assessments
• Development and implementation of export/import procedures, self‑assessments and compliance activities
• Research, interpret and apply complex government regulations such as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Customs Regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
• Serve as the subject matter expert in trade compliance for Europe
• Act as the point of contact for CPI\’s UK sites for Customs and Trade Compliance matters
• Conduct internal audits relating to export and import activities
• Maintain part master data within the ERP systems (SAP and SmartVision) relating to tariff code, country of origin and export control classification
• Manage SOPs with third party brokers, including part master data and clearance instructions
• Conduct product classification including tariff code and export control classification
• Conduct country of origin assessments, including verification of preferential origin status
• Manage Standing Authorities for third parties in CDS
• Manage UK export licence application process, including documentation verification and retention
• Act as the key liaison between any government authorities and CPI\’s UK sites relating to trade compliance matters
• Provide training relating to Trade Compliance to CPI\’s UK sites
• Support the Director of Global Trade Compliance in the development and implementation of global trade compliance policies and procedures

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree and a minimum of 5-10 years import/export administration
• Extensive knowledge of import and export control laws and regulations as they relate to Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

Key Attributes for Success

• Excellent communication skills – keep site, finance management, logistics specialists and senior management informed of progress
• Organization and follow‑up skills – facilitate teams and report status updates
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to interface with many different members of the CPI organization
• Ability to manage projects and prioritize multiple tasks
• Leadership skills – implement and drive improvement in the department
• Analysis skills – analyze competitive quotes and recommend suppliers; excel in spreadsheets (Excel mandatory)
• Continuous improvement – drive compliance and logistic productivity improvements within the Crane Business System
• Up to 50% travel

Crane Competencies

• Safety – promote a safe work environment and participate in safety programs
• Crane Business Systems – lead continuous improvement and use CBS tools
• Intellectual Capital – understand business trends and develop the right talent
• Ethics & Transparency – maintain the highest standards of conduct and ethical behavior
• Job Knowledge/Technical Skills – communicate expertise and use technology effectively
• Decision Making & Results – make sound decisions and translate business requirements into actions
• Teamwork & Diversity – collaborate respectfully and support diverse perspectives
• Customer Service – serve internal and external customers with speed, integrity and quality
• Leadership – create and share a vision, set expectations and align goals with Crane\’s strategic initiatives

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Crane Payment Innovations is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or national origin.