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

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Company-sponsored training

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Customs & Excise Trade Compliance Special Projects Lead to drive strategic transformation across our global CETC organization in Decatur, IL. The role serves as the central project leader for global customs programs, partnering with regional teams to enhance operational excellence.

The position focuses on digitization, automation, process standardization, training and continuous improvement while supporting ADM's long-term trade compliance strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with project management experience; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of Import or Export Compliance experience.
• 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.
• Professional English language proficiency; SAP experience preferred.

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

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Digital & data literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SAP

SAP GTS

Job description

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

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Finance, Accounting, Audit

Job Description

Customs & Excise Trade Compliance (CETC) Special Projects Lead - Decatur, IL
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 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 or Export 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

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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:

$92,800.00 - $173,600.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

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.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou
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.