Director, Trade Compliance

AAR • Wood Dale, IL • 2h ago

Title: Director, Trade Compliance

Location: United States-Illinois-Wood Dale

Job Number: 18447

Responsible for providing leadership, subject matter expertise, advice and guidance on import and export compliance matters to AAR's International Trade Program. Manages import clearances, export authorizations, and appropriate compliance documentation maintaining oversight and validation of the Company's operations in compliance with international trade regulations.

This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.

What you will be responsible for:

Provide guidance and training to company personnel regarding trade regulatory compliance in the strategy, proposal, development and execution of company operations.

Collaborate with management and other business units to ensure effective support to all operating locations.

Manage company import and export control classification activity, including HTS and ECCNs.

Work with and manage International Trade staff globally and lead people, projects, and process improvements.

Manages and guides third party vendors for Trade Compliance support, such as Customs Brokers and software solutions providers.

Manages communication and builds effective relationships with these groups.

Draft, execute, and manage import and export authorizations, and manage other Trade Compliance matters to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Manage and approve company use of ITAR exemptions and EAR exceptions for the export of products and technical data.

Review, ensure and assess business unit compliance for import and export activity, including deemed exports, transactional reviews, and cross functional process support.

Stay current analyze and interpret trade compliance laws and regulations such as the ITAR, EAR, OFAC, BATFE, and relevant applicable

International Regulations and implement industry best practices in accordance with those laws and regulations.

Utilize tools including but not limited to DECCS, Snap-R, and ACE and provide assistance in training and resolving issues and errors.

Able to serve as an Empowered Official.

Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

Attention to detail is required and must be able to work under general direction, plan, schedule and arrange own activities in accomplishing department objectives. Work will be reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting compliance goals.

Must be a self-starter and able to work under minimal supervision.

Strong project management and conflict resolution skills preferred

Strong planning, organization, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills preferred.

Problem solving skills preferred: Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems. May refer to established policies and precedent cases. Must be able to work effectively with all programs within the Business Unit to help fulfill their requirements.

Licensed Customs Broker (preferred)

Bachelor's Degree in Law, Logistics, International Trade, International Business, Engineering, or other related area or minimum 10 years Global Trade Compliance (Import, Export, or both) experience

Thorough working knowledge of ITAR/EAR, sanctions compliance, import/export government regulations (required)

Demonstratable experience in trade classifications (required)

Familiarity with on-line tools such as DECCS, Snap-R, and ACE (required)

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (required)

Certified US Export Compliance Officer (preferred)

Conversational Spanish Speaker (preferred)

Experience in Aerospace and Defense (preferred)

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $165,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

AAR

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