Trade Compliance Program Manager

Nidec Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in St. Louis is looking for a Trade Compliance professional to oversee compliance programs for U.S. and Canadian businesses. The role involves governance, policy development, and audit execution within a decentralized structure.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in Trade Compliance, a Bachelor's degree, and a strong understanding of U.S. and Canadian regulations. Additional qualifications in trade compliance certifications and language skills, like Spanish or French, are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Trade Compliance or related role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canada import/export regulations.
• Experience conducting audits and compliance risk assessments.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Serve as corporate Trade Compliance governance lead.
• Develop and maintain corporate Trade Compliance policies.
• Plan and execute business self-assessments and compliance audits.
• Develop and deliver standardized Trade Compliance training.

Skills

Trade Compliance

Customs Brokerage

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

ACE

SNAP-R

Microsoft Suite products

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for governance, oversight, and continuous improvement of import and export compliance programs for assigned U.S. and Canadian businesses. Operates within a decentralized compliance model where businesses execute daily activities while Corporate Trade Compliance sets policy, standards, training, and audit requirements. Serves as the primary corporate compliance contact for assigned businesses, providing guidance, risk oversight, and escalation support.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Unit Oversight
  • Serve as corporate Trade Compliance governance lead.
  • Act as primary corporate contact for business Trade Compliance Managers or compliance leads.
  • Define and maintain clear roles and responsibilities between Corporate and business compliance teams.
  • Provide regulatory guidance to support compliant import/export execution.
  • Escalate systemic risks and recurring noncompliance to Trade Compliance leadership.
• Policies, Standards, and Governance
  • Develop, implement, and maintain corporate Trade Compliance policies and standards.
  • Establish and enforce minimum compliance requirements and control frameworks applicable across all businesses.
  • Ensure business programs align with corporate standards while accommodating operational needs.
  • Provide guidance on classification, export controls, record‑keeping, documentation, and nuanced issues.
• Audits and Risk Management
  • Plan and execute business self‑assessments and corporate‑led compliance audits.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and assign business risk ratings.
  • Identify compliance gaps, root causes, and control weaknesses.
  • Track and monitor corrective and preventive action plans.
  • Support business preparation for internal, external, and regulatory audits.
• Training and Compliance Culture
  • Develop and deliver standardized Trade Compliance training.
  • Ensure consistent training content, frequency, and documentation.
  • Support role‑based training for operational stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Regulatory and Government Engagement
  • Monitor U.S. and Canadian regulatory changes and communicate impacts.
  • Support responses to government inquiries, audits, and enforcement actions.
  • Liaise with government agencies, customs brokers, and external advisors.
  • Support internal investigations and remediation activities.
• Continuous Improvement and Collaboration
  • Identify opportunities to improve compliance effectiveness, standardization, and risk reduction.
  • Partner with cross‑functional teams to address compliance issues.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, Customs Brokerage, or a related regulatory role.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canada import/export regulations, including Customs regulations, EAR, ITAR, and FTR.
• Experience conducting audits and compliance risk assessments.
• Proficiency with ACE and SNAP-R.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite products.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
• Ability to travel up to 10-15% within the U.S. and Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade compliance certifications (e.g., LCB, CCS, CUSIP, CUSECO).
• Experience partnering with business‑level compliance teams.
• Experience supporting decentralized or matrixed organizations.
• Experience with ERP and compliance screening tools.
• Manufacturing and Mexico maquiladora exposure.
• Spanish or French language skills.

Professional – P3

• Organizational Impact – Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within a team with direct impact on departmental or job family results; established professional, works under limited supervision, works independently on moderately complex projects or assignments, contributes to setting objectives or goals within the team.
• Communication & Influence – Communicates with employees both within and occasionally outside of the department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation, or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area; influences employees within the department at an operational level regarding concepts or practices and some advisement on approaches.
• Innovation & Complexity – Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team; problems faced are difficult and mildly complex and typically impact the job family and/or multiple teams.
• Leadership & Talent Management – Provides assistance and training to other employees; may lead significant parts of moderately complex projects or processes.
• Knowledge & Experience – Requires advanced job knowledge and demonstrated competence within the department, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience; requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff...

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