Why you should join:

We are building a world class Global Trade Services (GTS) organization and the Automation & Connected Living Sector (ACL Sector) GTS ACL Sector Manager I plays a critical role in supporting trade operations and compliance within the ACL Sector in EMEA region. The GTS ACL Sector Manager I serves as a trusted advisor and key team member within TE’s Operational Compliance team for the ACL Sector. The purpose of this role is to facilitate TE’s compliance, at the sector level, with import and export regulations in globally to enhance global trade compliance, reduce risk, increase responsiveness to issues and opportunities, and facilitate effective operational aspects of international trade. This role reports into GTS ACL Sector Manager II and is a key member of the Global Trade Services (GTS) team. As part of the GTS team, the ACL Sector GTS Manager I will join a group of professionals who are passionate about ensuring the future growth of the business by providing business solutions for compliance with global trade laws and regulations.  

The successful candidate will be able to collaborate and thrive in a global environment while maintaining integrity, taking accountability, and working together. 

Your main tasks:

Trade Compliance Activities in the sector

• Implement and  execute trade operations and provide compliance oversight for the assigned sector to ensure TE’s compliance with import/export laws and regulations
• Maintain trade operations and compliance activities in accordance with TE policies, procedures, and controls, in collaboration with key stakeholders throughout the ACL sector in EMEA
• Act as a point of contact for the sector stakeholders on trade-related matters
• Engage BU stakeholders and counsel to understand business changes and develop trade-related solutions/strategies and controls to ensure compliance
• Maintain sector-level Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and reporting to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the operations
• In partnership with GTS Governance, establish and maintain relationships with trade-related government entities

Partner with Trade Compliance Professionals and Stakeholders across the Enterprise

• Partner with GTS Governance to monitor trade compliance regulatory and legislative changes, assess the potential impact to the sector, and determine the necessary actions and communications to the appropriate stakeholders
• Work with GTS Governance teams to conduct trade compliance audits and oversee corrective action plans
• Partner with GTS Governance to develop and administer effective trade compliance training as required throughout the region and organization
• Ensure appropriate utilization of the GTS Operations Service Center for product classification (import and export), restricted party screening, and duty savings compliance, and otherwise ensure proper country of origin determination, valuation, and admissibility
• Work with the Operational Service Centers to identify, evaluate and administer opportunities to facilitate trade in a cost-effective and compliant manner (e.g. make use of applicable Free Trade Agreements, Duty Drawback, First Sale for Export, Foreign Trade Zones, etc.)
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal functions, including corporate functions, to encourage awareness of global trade compliance issues, pro-actively identify trade risk and threats, and develop appropriate trade compliance controls

Talent Development & Leadership

• Create a culture of engagement and performance in alignment with TE’s core values
• Lead by example and act with empathy

Your ideal profile:

Success in the role requires strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, strategic analysis and planning capabilities involving complex situations, highly developed oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams (internal and external) to drive issues and projects to conclusion. 

In addition, successful candidate will have the following qualifications, experience, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree required (international business, supply chain, law, or related field)
• 6+ years’ experience in global trade compliance (India and EU experience)
• Preferred: 3+ years’ experience in supporting trade functions within an industrial, communications, transportation, or similar business
• Fluent in English and Hindi, other language is a plus
• Functional knowledge of import and export regulations and familiarity with customs practices in countries across the region
• Proven ability to work with variety of business groups, including supply chain, legal, procurement and finance
• Ability to foster teamwork and internal and external relationships
• Excellent organizational habits and priority management
• Customer focused with a commitment to quality
• Preferred: Customs Broker License other Customs / Trade certification
• Travel may be necessary in fulfillment of responsibilities

Competencies