International Trade Compliance Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The International Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for the overall trade

compliance efforts to ensure ongoing compliance (and import/export) with all

laws and regulations applicable to Vertiv. Set strategic and technical standards

for Trade Compliance at Vertiv. Develop, implement and maintain standardized

global policies, procedures, work processes, training and auditing functions

that ensure effective compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory

requirements in accordance with the principles of informed compliance and

reasonable care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage trade compliance risk profile in multiple countries against

ever-changing regulations, with particular emphasis on valuation,

classification, broker management and export control

• Devise global duty reduction strategies and ensure implementation through

bonded operations, free trade agreements, foreign trade zones

• Standardize and enrich trade master data for enterprise-wide business

operations

• Act as subject-matter expert on export control and sanctions; overseeing

restricted party screening efforts globally

• Assist Legal function on ad-hoc assignments (due diligence, federal

contracting, litigation finance, ESG)

• Provide overall strategic direction and oversight for Vertiv International

Trade Compliance

• Outline and drive globally consistent, efficient and cost-effective

compliance programs

• Build Global Trade Compliance Policies as the standard for the Regions and

Businesses

• Build Global Guidelines to support the realization of Regional and Business

procedures

• Review the Self-Assessment questionnaire to be used globally and amend it as

appropriate.

• Define the Trainings requirements and materials (made in house or outsources)

according to job functions to ensure implementation and compliance with all

applicable laws and regulations as well as with corporate and divisional

policies and procedures.

• Define minimum standards to Audits the programs and the frequency of reviews

to ensure ongoing compliance, identify deficiencies and recommend/implement

corrective actions, in conjunction with business unit Trade Compliance

departments.

• Drive with the ITC Managers the certification of all sites)
• Drive the Automation of our Trade Compliance Processes (RPS, GTM, Audits)

program

• Work with regional Trade Compliance teams, to develop and implement locally

the global policies and procedures in accordance with applicable local and

international trade regulatory requirements as well as with corresponding

corporate policies

• Act as the resource to all Vertiv entities to provide strategic and technical

expertise in supporting the resolution of import, export and supply chain

security compliance issues including but not limited to

• Customs Regulations Origin Determination
• BIS/EAR Export Regulations Product Classification (HTS, ECCN, Sch. B)
• OFAC Regulations Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
• USMCA & Other Trade Agreements
• Denied Party Screening Antiboycott/Restrictive Trade Practices
• Valuation, including Transfer Pricing, Assists & Reconciliation
• Supply Chain Security and Technology Transfer
• Act as the primary contact for all communication with regulatory agencies

regarding inquiries, investigations, questionnaires, reporting requirements

and voluntary/mandatory disclosure.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise, delegate, and prioritize workload. Train staff on policies,

procedures, and internal controls.

• Foster employee engagement and ensure that business and operational goals are

effectively communicated to employees. Acts as a role model and ensures

compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Promote a positive working environment that encourages employee involvement

to achieve excellence in productivity, customer service, quality, and

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

• Coordinate with Logistics department to address issues as needed across the

platform or within specific world areas

INTERACTIONS

• Collaboration with product engineering organization and Procurement on

classification of components

• Collaboration with business units’ Senior Management on process and

compliance projects

• Collaboration with Global Logistics, Inventory/Receiving, Sales/Marketing,

Traffic/Shipping MIS on process and compliance projects

• Collaboration with Tax/Finance/Credit Legal on process and compliance

projects

• Government Agencies – e.g. Customs and Border Protection, Department of

Commerce, Department of State

POSITION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Travel is required and would normally average about 15%. As international travel

is required maintaining a valid Passport is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS Degree in Law, Business, Government or related field.
• Customs Brokers license strongly preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with international trade compliance
• Must demonstrate knowledge of, and hands-on experience with, the relevant

areas of import/export regulatory compliance as detailed in “Essential

Functions”

• Must possess good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent data analytics competency
• Fluency in Spanish or another language is a plus

ACCOUNTABILITIES

To ensure compliance with governmental regulations and requirements associated

with international trade and in so doing

• Minimize the risk of governmental fines, penalties, seizures and sanctions
• Cost reduction and cost avoidance opportunities
• Review and manage resolution of all self-improvement plans for each

business.

• To provide any additional help and assistance as may be needed within the

area of international trade as may be beneficial to the organization

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to

help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it

• Act with urgency

• Foster a customer-first mindset

• Think big and execute

• Lead by example

• Drive continuous improvement

• Learn and seek out development

• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing

services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously,

perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most

important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and

commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT

infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of

the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around

34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to

learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally

authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which

sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1,

H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or

in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal

opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility,

training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to

age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth,

breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual

orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or

sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin,

protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a

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