Import/Export Specialist

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary
The Import/Export Specialist is responsible for ensuring the Division is compliant with applicable U.S. Government laws and regulations. This position will establish processes and systems to ensure that the Division is in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Additionally, it will be responsible for auditing processes, procedures and international transactions to ensure compliance as laws, regulations and international conditions change. This position will report to the Division Contracts Manager and have frequent interaction with all levels of Parker employees and service provider representatives. This position does not have direct reports.

Essential Functions
* Acts as the point of contact for export and import transactions at the manufacturing sites providing interface with BU functions to provide guidance on current and future trade regulatory requirements as they relate to the BU business plans and future products.
* Determining licenses and license exceptions or exemptions, as appropriate, for all transactions, and proactively establishing the terms of export and import licenses that meet compliance requirements and organizational needs
* Supports review and execution of secure government programs within the BU including proposal activity and execution of new business.
* Supporting Group Trade Compliance assessment guidelines and audit checklists to Business Unit requirements to ensure adherence to Group compliance policies and procedures.
* Ensuring that procedures related to trade regulations and reporting requirements are in place for all appropriate areas of responsibility and personnel at the Business Unit.
* Supervising, managing and maintaining Trade Compliance at the Business Unit, providing day-to-day Trade Compliance support for export and import activities.
* Tracks, audits, and maintain records of import and export shipping documents generated in house or by freight forwarders to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Maintain Trade Compliance documentation in support of the site record keeping requirements in keeping with BU requirements.
* Restricts and halts shipments are not in compliance with Government regulatory requirements, license approval and company policy and refers to the TCO.
* Assists as required in software/automation implementation relating to trade compliance and company ERP systems.
* Maintains and ensures the export transaction screening process (i.e. national, dual national, third country national and international restricted or denied party lists) is adhered to.
* Completes reports, logs or equivalent records, or notifications of potential or verified matters of non-compliance.
* Keeps current with the Trade Compliance Program attending requirement training and seminars and provides input and feedback on any changes or additions. Coordinates training and business meetings to facilitate the exchange of information on export compliance. Develop and implement programs to increase cross-functional knowledge and awareness of compliance requirements and policies as needed.

Qualifications
* Bachelor degree required in a related field
* Preferred: 5+ years of trade compliance, logistics, regulatory or contracts experience
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
* Assertive, strong initiative, highly organized, customer focused
* Collaborative in a matrix-oriented environment

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation
* Participation in Annual Incentive Plan

Benefit & Retirement Plans
* Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
* Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
* 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
* Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
* Career development and tuition reimbursement
* Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
* Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

***Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

***This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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