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Director Global Trade Compliance Life Sciences (LS) Platform
SCIEX
Nationwide US, GA
Full-Time
Job ID: SCI003543
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The Director, Global Trade Compliance, Life Sciences (LS) Platform is primarily responsible for developing, executing, and managing export and import trade compliance program across seven operating companies (OpCos) within the LS Platform globally. The Director will be working with the LS Platform VP, Legal & General Counsel and DHR Director, Global Trade Compliance to execute strategic direction and global management of all aspects of the LS Platform’s trade compliance program, including combining multiple trade compliance teams into a single Platform-wide organization. Responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of import/export compliance, customs valuations, Free Trade Agreements and trade compliance operations, managing the Platform trade compliance team, implementing Danaher-wide trade initiatives, advising general managers and senior executives about trade compliance matters, overseeing all trade compliance activities for the LS Platform and working collaboratively with all OpCos, Business Units and functions to ensure effective implementation of trade compliance requirements and internal controls throughout the organization.
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Danaher Corporation Overview
About Us
SCIEX – An operating company within Danaher’s Life Sciences platform
SCIEX helps to improve the world we live in by enabling scientists and laboratory analysts to find answers to the complex analytical challenges they face. Our leadership in LC-MS and CE-MS have made us a trusted partner globally to those who are focused on basic research, drug discovery, food and environmental testing, forensic toxicology, clinical research and diagnostics. With over 40 years of innovation, we continue to redefine what is achievable in routine and complex analysis.
We are seeking smart, team-oriented people who have purpose and are committed to helping us deliver Answers for Science. Knowledge for Life. ™ Our global team, located on every continent, is our greatest strength, bringing diverse perspectives and breakthrough thinking. With the power of the Danaher Business System behind us, it’s our people who have made us the industry leader. Come join our winning team. Visit us at www.sciex.com.
Sciex offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to associates' and their families' lives.
Sciex is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Description
The Director, Global Trade Compliance, Life Sciences (LS) Platform is primarily responsible for developing, executing, and managing export and import trade compliance program across seven operating companies (OpCos) within the LS Platform globally. The Director will be working with the LS Platform VP, Legal & General Counsel and DHR Director, Global Trade Compliance to execute strategic direction and global management of all aspects of the LS Platform’s trade compliance program, including combining multiple trade compliance teams into a single Platform-wide organization. Responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of import/export compliance, customs valuations, Free Trade Agreements and trade compliance operations, managing the Platform trade compliance team, implementing Danaher-wide trade initiatives, advising general managers and senior executives about trade compliance matters, overseeing all trade compliance activities for the LS Platform and working collaboratively with all OpCos, Business Units and functions to ensure effective implementation of trade compliance requirements and internal controls throughout the organization.
- Global Trade Compliance Strategic Leadership:
- Implements and manages the LS Platform Global Trade Compliance organization to ensure all Platform OpCo’s are compliant with domestic and foreign trade compliance requirements.
- Develops and deploys Trade Compliance programs and procedures on import and export, customs valuations, free trade agreements and other regulatory compliance requirements.
- Ensures legal compliance with trade laws and regulations, including appropriate licensing for shipments.
- Government Enforcement:
- Analyzes and interprets requirements for compliance as they relate to:
- Export Administration Regulations (EAR) of the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS);
- U.S. Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC);
- International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) of the U.S. Department of State;
- EU, U.S. Customs and other applicable Government Agency rules and regulations.
- Provides training on government laws and regulations, as well as Trade Compliance policies and procedures, to existing associates and new hires.
- Reviews, responds to, and escalates as necessary all government inquiries related to trade compliance.
- Manages internal and external audits and disclosures.
- Provides consultation to business units, global subsidiaries, sales, procurement, project managers, order management, etc. and resolves matters pertaining to export/import transactions and International Trade Sanctions to ensure compliance with all applicable U.S. laws and regulations, as well as local country laws.
- Import/Export:
- Manages all international export/import requirements globally.
- Ensures OpCo’s policies conform to Corporate Import and Export Policies.
- Manages self-testing of Platform’s OpCo’s export/import compliance programs.
- Customs Valuations:
- Serves as the resident expert on customs valuation across all OpCo’s within the LS Platform globally.
- Works closely with Transfer Pricing and Finance teams regarding Transfer Pricing/Customs valuation methodology, Transfer Pricing adjustments/changes, and statutory additions to value compliance (assists, royalties, etc.).
- Develops global processes for identifying, quantifying and declaring transfer pricing adjustments world-wide.
- Develops global processes for identifying, quantifying and declaring applicable statutory additions to value (assists, etc.) world-wide.
- Reviews, analyzes, documents and maintains rulings, formal decisions and other documents supporting customs valuation decisions.
- Develops effective customs valuation decisions, methodologies, and defense arguments globally.
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Qualifications
- Manages Trade Compliance TeamBuilds the global Trade Compliance Team, leading a reorganization of the subsidiaries reporting into him/her in a matrixed environment.Oversees and provides guidance to the trade compliance team in all day-to-day matters, including customer and transaction screenings, ECCN and HTS classifications, end-use/user restrictions, sanctions, export license determinations, drafting license applications, product qualification for preferential duty treatment under FTAs, customs broker management, antidumping/countervailing duties, and export compliance matters.Consults with trade compliance and legal teams and external counsel as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues.BS or BA degree and a minimum of 15+ years trade compliance administration experience7+ years managerial experience.The successful candidate will be a highly effective leader with the highest standards of personal and professional integrity and character with a strong track record of strategic participation and operating performance in a well-managed organization. Of paramount importance, the individual must have a sense of urgency while remaining highly collaborative and fostering a highly collaborative environment. Team engagement and open communications, as well as the ability to forge close working relationships throughout the Company, will be critical to his or her success. The individual must be an outstanding communicator, able to concisely articulate complex legal, regulatory, and business matters. The successful candidate should have an appreciation for, and sensitivity toward, a wide range of cultural differences. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate the following:Excellent communicator in both the written and oral form. Understands how to approach communication from a strategic perspective. Ability to create clear, convincing and well-organized presentations and communications.Highly motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative, and carefully monitor, follow through, and complete projects in a professional and timely manner.Risk-based, business-focused approach to recognizing needs, solving problems, and anticipating issues.Ability to engage, influence and align associates at all levels, including senior management and key external stakeholders in multiple OpCos, business units and functions.Capable of managing multiple projects with competing priorities across global geographies.High accuracy and attention to detail.Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.Ability to handle confidential information frequently and appropriately.Capable of working independently and collaboratively with the confidence and competence to make good judgment calls.Excellent interpersonal skills, professional maturity and confidence; comfortable dealing with all levels of the organization.Ability to apply business and technical expertise to identify potential issues and partner with colleagues globally to help solve problems of significant importance to the company.High level of integrity, strong work ethic and team player.Maintains strong internal and external relationships. Includes key stakeholders in regular communications, and solicits and addresses input to provide appropriate transparency and continuous improvement.Promotes ideas and proposals persuasively; shapes stakeholder opinions; projects a positive image; works through conflicts and difficult situations; and negotiates for win/win solutions. Cultivates an active network of relationships and relates well to key colleagues at all levels.Demonstrates the ability to influence business people to achieve outcomes without direct authority to command action.Demonstrates passion for the role. Leads by example in setting a positive tone for the function.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Danaher, we are dedicated to building and sustaining a truly diverse and inclusive culture. These are not just words on a page—Diversity and Inclusion is a top priority for the company, and it ties deeply to each of our core values. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.
Danaher Corporation Overview
Danaher is a global science & technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life worldwide. Our world class brands are leaders in some of the most demanding and attractive industries, including life sciences, medical diagnostics, environmental and applied solutions. Our globally diverse team of 71,000 associates is united by a common culture and operating system, the Danaher Business System, which serves as our competitive advantage. We generated $19.9B in revenue last year. We are ranked #162 on the Fortune 500 and our stock has outperformed the S&P 500 by more than 5,200% over 25 years.
At Danaher, you can build a career in a way no other company can duplicate. Our brands allow us to offer dynamic careers across multiple industries. We're innovative, fast-paced, results-oriented, and we win. We need talented people to keep winning. Here you'll learn how DBS is used to shape strategy, focus execution, align our people, and create value for customers and shareholders. Come join our winning team.
Danaher is committed to competitive compensation that typically has key components including base salary, variable annual incentive compensation based on personal and company performance, and long-term incentive.
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