Trade Compliance Manager (FIR)

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society. Job Summary Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality. Job Description Position Summary   Responsible for developing and   maintaining   FIR   Elettromeccanica ’s   (FIR )   trade compliance program to ensure compliance with U.S. and international import and export regulations. Acts as the primary trade compliance lead for the   FIR   business, partnering across functions to support operations and manage regulatory risk.   Reports   directly to   the   NAHC/NCJ Americas   Corporate   Trade Compliance   Governance   team   (“NAHC/NCJ Americas TC Governance Team”)   to support enterprise risk management, controls, and audit readiness.   Key Responsibilities   Serve as the   day-to -day   primary point of contact for   operational   trade compliance matters   at FIR , advising leadership,   compliance , and business stakeholders.   Partner with   FIR   business teams (procurement,   logistics , finance, customer service, engineering, etc.) to   identify , assess and resolve import/export compliance risk.   Develop and   maintain   FIR   trade compliance policies, procedures, internal controls, audits, and training programs.   Partner with   the NAHC/NCJ Americas TC Governance Team   to align   FIR   compliance activities with corporate policies, risk frameworks, and internal control requirements.   Escalate significant compliance risks, audit findings, and potential regulatory exposure   for FIR to the NAHC/NCJ Americas TC Governance Team and   support remediation efforts.   Oversee   and   perform FIR’s   product classification (HTS, ECCN, Schedule B) and   country ‑ of ‑ origin   determination s .   Establish and communicate approved customs valuation methodologies   to   FIR teams and the NAHC/NCJ Americas TC Governance Team .   Support   the corporate   Free Trade Agreement   team’s   qualification   and annual campaign   efforts   via   auditing   FIR   for   accurate   documentation and   coordinating   with internal   business   teams   for delivery of   required   documentation .   Conduct internal audits of   FIR’s   import/export transactions, broker activity, and recordkeeping; assess control effectiveness.   Manage   FIR’s   denied party screening processes, including system administration, monitoring, training, and issue escalation.   Monitor regulatory changes (tariffs, forced labor, trade agreements) ,   communicate business impact and   identify   risk mitigation   actions   to FIR business leaders and cross functional teams .   Manage and review   FIR’s   customs broker performance and resolve escalated issues   by   FIRs   business operations .   Coordinate responses to government inquiries, audits, and investigations (e.g., CBP, BIS), including CF28/CF29 responses   for FIR .   Ensure   FIR’s   compliance with record retention   U.S. legal   requirements.   Delivery   of   targeted trade compliance training to applicable employees.   Support supply chain security initiatives (e.g., CTPAT), as applicable.   Required Skills & Experience   5 + years of experience in trade compliance , customs, operations,   logistics   compliance   or   a related   field.   Working   knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations, including HTS, ECCN, valuation, country of origin, FTAs, AD/CVD, Section 301, and denied party screening.   Experience executing   trade compliance programs, audits, and broker oversight.   Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and   provide   practical guidance.   Proven ability to work   cross ‑ functionally   in a matrixed environment.   Experience with audits, enforcement actions, and government inquiries.   Strong written and verbal communication skills .   Experience with trade compliance systems and data analysis tools (e.g.,   ACE,   SAP/GTS, e2open, Descartes, Integration Point, Excel).   U.S. residency   required .   Additional Job Details Management – M2 Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results • Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group • Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team