Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager

Parker Hannifin; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance professional to lead the division's internal management system, policies, and training across import/export functions. You will develop strategic plans, supervise specialists, and respond to government inquiries to ensure regulatory adherence.

The role requires extensive knowledge of EU/UK/US licensing, ITAR/BIS regulations, and strong communication skills. International travel up to 10% is expected in a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in international trade, business administration or law desired; Minimum: Undergraduate degree in business or relevant trade related professional certification.
• In-Depth knowledge of EU, UK and US export licensing and controls, tariff classification, valuation and country of origin determinations.
• ITAR and BIS regulation experience; international cargo security certification experience.
• Fluent in English; excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of training and presenting to groups.

Responsibilities

• Direct division’s trade compliance internal management system including policies, procedures, internal controls and training.
• Develop and communicate strategic plans and compliance gaps to senior management.
• Supervise divisional import/export specialists and oversee customs brokerage processes.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and respond to government/regulatory inquiries.
• Manage ITAR/BIS licensing activities and data integrity for tariff and origin information.
• Create and manage record keeping programs and digital image solutions.
• Lead Trade Compliance IT initiatives and monitor KPI/SOP performance.
• Support supply chain and logistics projects and provide export transaction guidance.

Skills

EU/UK/US export licensing

ITAR/BIS regulation

International trade compliance

Digital/computer skills (PowerBI/Excel

Excellent communication skills

Ability to travel internationally

Education

Advanced degree in international trade, business administration or law; minimum undergraduate degree in business or relevant trade certification

Tools

SAP/GTS

JDE

SharePoint

PowerBI

Excel

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance professional to lead the division's internal management system, policies, and training across import/export functions. You will develop strategic plans, supervise specialists, and respond to government inquiries to ensure regulatory adherence.

The role requires extensive knowledge of EU/UK/US licensing, ITAR/BIS regulations, and strong communication skills. International travel up to 10% is expected in a global manufacturing environment.