Trade Compliance Manager

Iridian Spectral Technologies; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings

PTO

Job summary

Iridian Spectral Technologies Ltd. is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead its compliance program for CGP and oversee Canada and US import/export, and customs compliance.

The role reports to the Director of Compliance and collaborates with multiple functions across the organization. You will ensure regulatory alignment, manage documentation, train teams, and drive continuous improvements in trade controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with ITAR/EAR, Canada export and permit processes, licensing, and international trade compliance.
• Knowledge of logistics, operations, and shipping procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Ability to read and interpret design and print layouts.
• Provide training to employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience with Canadian and U.S. customs regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Controlled Goods Program and ensure export/import compliance.
• Serve as Iridian’s Designated Official under CGP; manage security assessments and authorizations.
• Coordinate cross-border compliance with global teams.
• Provide guidance and coordinate process improvements with Supply Chain, Program Management, Transportation & Logistics, Security.
• Maintain documentation for trade programs and certificates.
• Oversee customs brokers and freight forwarders; audit import/export documents.
• Prepare export permit applications and maintain records.
• Participate in product jurisdiction and classification reviews.
• Identify and resolve compliance gaps.
• Provide import/export training for functions.
• Review import/export activities for compliance with Canadian and U.S. regulations.
• Support GDPR compliance.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

ITAR/EAR compliance

Export controls

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Administrative skills

Training others

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

JDE ERP

Tools

JDE ERP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

About Health & Science Technologies

Health and Science Technologies (HST) is a core business segment within IDEX, serving data center & power generation, semiconductor, pharma and life sciences, industrial, and space & defense markets, driving strong customer retention and attractive margins. Our capabilities combine deep expertise in flow, optics and materials science to precisely control liquids, gases and light. With advanced materials and application know-how, we enable high performance, precision solutions that scale with quality – from early prototypes to full production. The segment generates approximately $1.49B in revenue, with a global footprint across 10 countries, 40+ sites, ~4,000 employees and a strong runway for sustainable, profitable growth.

Materials Science Solutions (MSS)

Materials Science Solutions (MSS), is a platform of Health & Science Technologies and is made up of 14 businesses located within North America, Europe, and Asia. The MSS portfolio of capabilities includes core material science knowledge, adding/subtracting optical, electrical, or chemical functionality, and precision shaping of challenging materials. The MSS businesses include: Advanced Thin Films, Inc., CVI Laser, LLC, CVI Laser Limited, Iridian Spectral Technologies Ltd., Superior Technical Ceramics Corp, Micro-LAM, Inc., 603 OPTX, LLC, M10 Edge, Ltd., Millux B.V., LouwersHanique B.V., Tecan Limited, Veco B.V., Veco Precision India Pvt. Ltd., and Atul Sugar Screens Pvt. Ltd.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Trade Compliance Manager will lead the Iridian Spectral Technologies compliance program and will be the main point of contact for the company’s Controlled Goods Program (CGP). In addition, this role will be responsible for the company’s Canadian and U.S. import, export, and customs compliance. The role reports to the Director of Compliance, Global Space & Defense (GS&D) and will also work closely with Iridian leadership, the IDEX Corporate Compliance Department, and a number of other functions across the organization, including Operations, Commercial, Finance, Engineering, Logistics, and Sourcing. This role requires successful management of a broad range of responsibilities in compliance and management in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. The qualified candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, process driven and have a high level of responsiveness.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer Iridian’s Controlled Goods Program and drive compliance with the Export and Import Permits Act, Defense Production Act, Controlled Goods Regulations, Customs Act, Canadian sanctions requirements, and applicable U.S. ITAR, EAR, and customs requirements.
• Serve as Iridian’s Designated Official under the Controlled Goods Program; administer personnel security assessments and authorizations; oversee access, visitor, transfer, recordkeeping, training, renewal and inspection-readiness requirements; and promptly elevate potential violations.
• Facilitate coordination between Iridian and other global space and defense businesses at IDEX in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and the Netherlands by implementing practical controls around controlled products, technical data, suppliers, customers, and cross-border collaborations.
• Provide guidance to and coordinate process improvement efforts with all functional areas including Supply Chain, Program Management, Transportation and Logistics, Security, etc.
• Maintain and administer documentation validation pertaining to special trade programs, or other governmental agency certificates.
• Oversee activities with Customs Brokers and freight forwarders, including audit and verification of import/export documents, including 7501’s, EEI’s, Invoices and Manufacturing Affidavits, and expedite clearance of shipments that have been delayed by Customs.
• Prepare export permit applications, re-export authorizations and other authorizations requests for internal review and submission in Export Controls On-Line (NEXCOL). Maintain records of applications
• Participate in product jurisdiction and classification reviews for all products.
• Identify and implement resolution of compliance gaps.
• Identify and provide appropriate import/export related training for functional team activities.
• Review import and export activities to ensure compliance with both Canadian and U.S. customs regulations
• Support compliance with General Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR)
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eligible and able to serve as Iridian’s Designated Official under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Canadian Export and Import Permits Act and the Defense Production Act
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Computer literacy, (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, ERP systems, etc.)
• General bookkeeping procedures knowledge, including Accounts Receivable
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read design and print layouts
• Proficiency in relevant Microsoft computer applications
• ERP proficiency with JDE a plus
• Provide training to employees

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience with ITAR/EAR/Customs regulations, Canada Export and permit application process and restrictions, licensing, government contracting, and international trade compliance areas such as Anti-boycott and PGA partners.
• Knowledge of logistics, operations, and shipping procedures and documents

The successful Candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $89,400.00 - $134,200.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer

IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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Job Family:

Legal

Business Unit:

Iridian Spectral Technologies