Trade Control Program Manager

Location: Atlanta, Georgia (Preferred)

Travel: Up to 15% as required

Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership Lead the Nidec Aerospace trade control function. Supervise, coach, and develop Trade Control Specialists. Establish operational controls supporting compliant trade activity. Monitor trade control performance through KPIs, audits, corrective actions, and operational control effectiveness. Aerospace Product & Technology Support Partner with Engineering, Product Development, Program Management, Procurement, and Trade Compliance to support aerospace product-development activities involving import, export, classification, and country-of-origin requirements. Support trade-control activities associated with prototype hardware, aerospace components, electric propulsion technologies, test equipment, technical data transfers, and international development programs. Ensure controls are executed in accordance with EAR, ITAR, and customer-specific requirements. Support new product introductions, engineering changes, technology transfers, supplier qualifications, and international business opportunities. Import & Export Operations Oversee compliant execution of import and export activities. Maintain trade-related master data, including classifications, country-of-origin records, supplier data, FTA records, screening records, and customs attributes. Manage product classifications and origin determinations for U.S. and Canadian operations. Coordinate shipment execution with internal and external logistics partners. Collaborate with trade teams throughout the Americas. Customs Broker & Service Provider Management Manage customs broker and trade service provider relationships. Monitor performance and resolve operational issues impacting compliance and business continuity. Resolve transactional import/export issues affecting operations in the U.S. and Canada. Trade Compliance Execution Support internal and external audits and compliance reviews. Implement corrective actions arising from audit findings. Coordinate responses to government inquiries, customs reviews, audits, CF28s, and CF29s. Implement operational changes related to tariffs, trade remedies, policy updates, and regulatory requirements. Ensure business stakeholders complete required trade-control activities accurately and on time. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and process optimization. Lead trade-control improvement initiatives that reduce operational risk and improve effectiveness. Participate in trade savings and supply chain improvement projects. Cross-Functional Partnerships Partner with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Operations teams. Evaluate trade implications of new technologies, sourcing changes, supplier transitions, and international business activities. Communicate trade risks and compliance concerns to leadership. Support U.S., Canada, and Mexico cross-border trade activities where applicable. Free Trade Agreements & Origin Programs Lead supplier certification campaigns and annual qualification reviews. Maintain origin documentation and supporting qualification records. Partner with FTA teams on qualification reviews, audits, and supplier outreach. Support duty-savings initiatives and preferential trade programs. Supply Chain Security & Trusted Trader Programs Support business participation in CTPAT, OEA, AEO, and similar trusted trader initiatives. Coordinate security assessments, certifications, validations, and corrective actions. Maintain controls supporting supply chain security compliance.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Customs Administration, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.5+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, import/export operations, customs compliance, or related international trade functions, including experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries Technical Trade Knowledge Experience supporting highly regulated environments, including aerospace, defense, manufacturing, logistics, engineering, or supply chain operations. Demonstrated experience with: HTS ClassificationECCN Classification Valuation Country-of-Origin Determinations Denied Party Screening Import/Export Operations Free Trade Agreements Customs Broker Coordination

Trade Recordkeeping Requirements: Working knowledge of export-control concepts involving technical data, technology transfers, foreign-national interactions, and controlled products. Trade Systems Experience utilizing ERP and trade-management systems. Experience implementing and maintaining documented trade controls and operational compliance processes. Other Skills Supervisory, team leadership, or project leadership experience. Strong analytical, organizational, project management, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Customer Service, and Operations stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) and/or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS).Aerospace, aviation, defense, propulsion systems, advanced manufacturing, or related industry experience. Experience with EAR-controlled, ITAR-controlled, or dual-use products. Customs broker management experience. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) experience. Experience with ACE, SAP, Oracle, E2 Open, Descartes, OCR EASE, Visual Compliance, Integration Point, or similar systems. Experience with Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD, tariff mitigation, and duty savings programs. Experience supporting IMMEX, Annex 24, Annex 30, VAT certification, or maquiladora operations.

Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with aerospace-industry quality systems, government contracting requirements, and defense supply chains. Exposure to USML classifications and technical data controls. Spanish language proficiency. Trade compliance certifications such as CZS, CTCS, CUSECO, or CUSICO.Familiarity with Buy America and Buy American Act requirements. Lean, Kaizen, PPI, or continuous improvement experience.

Core Competencies: Operational Leadership Trade & Customs Expertise Risk Identification & Mitigation Process Ownership Data Integrity Business Partnership Talent Development Continuous Improvement Additional Job Details Management M2 Organizational Impact Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within the team with direct impact on departmental or job family results