Customs & Excise Trade Compliance Special Projects Lead - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Company training and development

Job summary

ADM is seeking a highly motivated Customs & Excise Trade Compliance (CETC) Special Projects Lead to drive the execution of strategic transformation initiatives across our CETC organization. This role serves as the central project leader for global customs programs, partnering with regional teams and stakeholders to enhance operational excellence and compliance.

The position focuses on digitization, automation, standardization, and continuous improvement to shape ADM's long-term trade compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with PM experience.
• 5+ years in Import/Export Compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of global customs operations and trade compliance.
• Track record leading cross-functional transformation projects.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Strong digital and data literacy.
• SAP experience preferred; SAP GTS highly desired.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead global CETC transformation program development and implementation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and act as primary project owner for customs initiatives.
• Develop transformation roadmaps with milestones and KPIs aligned to CETC goals.
• Drive digitization, automation, and standardization across operations.
• Oversee SOPs and training programs; support future service expansion.
• Collaborate with regional managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to improve processes.
• Leverage data, technology, and best practices to boost efficiency and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data literacy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

SAP GTS

Job description

Customs & Excise Trade Compliance (CETC) Special Projects Lead – Decatur, IL

ADM is seeking a highly motivated Customs & Excise Trade Compliance (CETC) Special Projects Lead to drive the execution of strategic transformation initiatives across our global CETC organization. This role will serve as the central project leader for global customs programs, partnering with regional customs teams and key business stakeholders to enhance operational excellence. The successful candidate will lead initiatives focused on digitization, automation, process standardization, training, and continuous improvement while supporting ADM's long-term trade compliance strategy. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of global customs operations within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the expansion of ADM's global CETC transformation program, including strategy development, discovery, solution evaluation, selection, and implementation
• Serve as the primary coordinator and accountable leader for global customs and trade compliance special projects
• Develop and execute transformation roadmaps with measurable milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics aligned with global CETC objectives
• Drive digitization, automation, process definition, and process standardization initiatives across global customs operations
• Oversee the CETC Network of Champions program, including training development, documentation, presentations, KPI creation, and implementation planning
• Develop, maintain, and govern standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Collaborate with regional customs managers and specialists to identify opportunities for process improvements and future service expansion
• Partner with Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, IWD, and other key stakeholders
• Leverage data, technology, and best practices to improve efficiency, visibility, and compliance performance globally

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with project management experience preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Import orExport Compliance
• Extensive knowledge of global customs operations, trade compliance requirements, and import/export processes
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and transformation initiatives
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong digital and data literacy
• SAP experience preferred, with SAP GTS experience strongly desired
• Professional English language proficiency required

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.