Global Trade Compliance Leader

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Global Trade Compliance Leader to oversee and drive the international trade compliance strategy for all Avient business segments/units.

The position will report to the VP, EHS and will focus on mitigating risk by ensuring compliance with relevant import and export regulations, managing the Denied Party/Sanction Screening process globally, driving trade compliance policies and practices, and collaborating cross-functionally (e.g., legal, finance, commercial, operations, sourcing, supply chain) to align trade compliance activities with business goals.Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in international business, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master's or Juris Doctorate preferred).

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in global trade compliance, import/export operations, or a related regulatory field, including leadership experience.

• Proficient at HTS classifications, export control classifications, country of origin determination, and Incoterms.

• Strong working knowledge of international trade laws (e.g.

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America, EMEA, Asia, India, etc.), including U.S.

export regulations (FTR, EAR, and ITAR), customs compliance, trade sanctions, and anti-boycott regulations.

• Participation and successes with U.S.

CBP or Canadian CBSA desk reviews, intense audits, focused assessments, etc.

• Experience in managing global cross-functional teams and projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven track record in designing and implementing compliance programs and managing complex trade compliance issues

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Person as defined by International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 CFR §120.62.

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

• Ability to balance strategic objectives with regulatory requirements to achieve business goals.

• Experience with ERP's (SAP preferred) and third-party trade compliance software applications.

• Fluent in English, with additional language skills a plus (depending on the global regions involved).About Us

Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.

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