Trade Compliance Program Manager

Role overview

Program and regulatory responsibilities

• Lead global initiatives, process optimization, technology integration, and system enhancements; manage trade compliance ERP modules.
• Establish project governance, milestones, KPIs, and reporting, and coordinate global stakeholders and deployment.
• Monitor international trade laws, import regulations and tariffs, export controls, and sanctions; translate requirements into processes and controls.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Legal on global export control measures and authorization processes; monitor procedures and implement corrective actions.

Classification, risk, and engagement

• Standardize export control, HTS, and country-of-origin product classification; maintain processes for certifications, licenses, and due diligence.
• Maintain accurate trade data, documentation, and system configurations supporting export and customs compliance.
• Conduct global risk assessments and audits, develop mitigation strategies, and use digital tools and automation for improvement.
• Support investigations and voluntary disclosures; develop training and promote compliance through cross-functional communication.
• Embed compliance considerations in business processes and contribute to communications with government authorities and external consultants.

Required experience and education

• At least 10 years of progressive global trade compliance experience covering export controls, customs, sanctions, and trade agreements.
• Deep understanding of U.S., EU, and Canadian export control and sanctions laws; other jurisdictions, including UK, Swiss, or Chinese, are an asset.
• Proven experience managing large-scale trade compliance or ERP integration projects in a multinational organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, International Business, Law, Supply Chain, or a related discipline; PMP or another project management certification is preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to interpret regulations and develop practical business solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, stakeholder influence, change leadership, prioritization, and delivery under tight deadlines.

Compensation

• The posting lists a salary range of 110k–142k without specifying a pay cadence.
• The employer describes a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Workplace

• The description identifies Husky’s Canadian manufacturing facilities and global headquarters as located in Bolton, Ontario; it does not specify this role’s workplace arrangement.

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