Intertek · 1 week ago
Export Control Manager, Empowered Official
Kentwood, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expIntertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking an Export Control Manager, Empowered Official to join their Transportation Technologies team in Kentwood, Michigan. The role involves ensuring compliance with export regulations and serving as the primary Empowered Official for engaging with US Agencies on export-related activities.
ConsultingTraining
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides guidance, direction and oversight to assure adherence to US Export Control Regulations and all obligations for the company to follow therein
Disseminates information and develops procedures to facilitate compliance with all US Export Control Regulations including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) as listed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)
Providing consistent interpretation of the ITAR and EAR and any changes to company employees
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on export control and other trade-compliance matters, ensuring export requirements are met via export license, exemption or exception under various US Government agencies
Prepares export license applications, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLA) and other requests for approval to the U.S. Department of State and or the U.S. Department of Commerce
Implement, maintain and update the Company’s Export Compliance Manual, Policy, Export Compliance Processes (ECP) and Export Compliance Operating Procedures (OP)
Proactively engage with Business Units to understand export impacts to business needs, assessing sales opportunities via pre-quotation Risk Assessment Form (RAF) Review to ensure compliance with export regulations. Assist VP Compliance in review of export related business projects and provide timely sales feedback
Develop & clearly communicate export regulatory guidance, policy & operational controls to Business Units and Site Operational Teams as required regarding visitor management, marking of technology and secure technical data transmission methods, reporting and other administrative requirements to ensure compliance with export regulations
Develop and conduct export compliance training modules, and provide updates as related to changes from various associated regulatory agencies, including Defense Directorate of Trade Controls (DDTC), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC)
Conduct internal export compliance audits and reviews, reporting on any potential areas of concern, recommend corrective actions, advise on any Voluntary Self-Disclosures (VSD)
Assist in review of export compliance requirements with Intertek corporate legal. Recommend export language related to Customer or Supplier Long Term Agreements (LTA) or other contracts
Develop and monitor platform and policies to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) via company secure platform (stand-alone application) to secure Technology & Technical Data
Assist with import/export of hardware per US Export Regulations under the Foreign Trade Regulations and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Commercial (INCO) Terms
Develop database to enable traceability and auditability of export compliance program and support the classifications as assigned under various regulatory requirements
Respond to export classification inquiries from customers, vendors, government agencies, customs brokers, and others to support all US Intertek Business Units
Support the monitoring, maintenance, and retention of records and documentation for export shipments in accordance with local regulations and Intertek policies
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in Business or related degree and 2-4 years of direct work experience in global trade compliance, OR strong technical background plus 8 + years of direct work experience in the area of export control regulations and global trade compliance
Minimum 2 years of experience with import and export regulations in a capacity of trade compliance, international or global trade management, customs broker, or similar operational experience
Must have good organizational skills, as well as, good verbal and written communication skills
Requires keen attention to detail, with the ability to independently research, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and policies relative to scope of work including but not limited to U.S. Export Controls, with focus on ITAR and EAR
Product Export Classification experience for Goods and Technology under the ITAR/EAR is necessary
Direct experience in development of and delivery of training on export compliance topics
High degree of computer proficiency and familiar with ERP and other business office systems, including MS Office Suite, One Drive and SharePoint
Demonstrated ability to read, comprehend, interpret and follow complicated written and verbal instructions, interpret regulations, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing at a professional level
Model Intertek's 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to travel as business needs dictate
Direct experience may include any of the following or other as relevant: Direct experience in communication with the following US Government Agencies, Registration, submitting licenses and agreements to US State Department via DDTC, Registration, submitting licenses and agreements to US Commerce Department, via BIS Simplified Network Application Online Registration (SNAP-R), Registrations and submitting documentation with Foreign Trade Regulations, electronic filing of certificates for export in US Customs and Border Protection AES System, Understanding of US Treasury Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) Sanctions Programs and Information to restrict economic trade under US Foreign Policy, including Sanctions Lists for Specially Designated Nationals (SDN), Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule and Import/Export Codes (HTC), Knowledge of International Commerce Commission INCO Terms & Rules, Understands screening for Parties of Concern; USG Entity, Denied Parties List, Unverified Lists through the US Consolidated Screening Lists or other similar application, Knowledge of US Government Contract Regulations (FAR/DFAR) as related to export control of CUI, specifically under DFAR 252.7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Information Reporting, Knowledge of DFAR 252.204-7020 SP 800-171/172 NIST DOD Assessment Requirements, Knowledge of filing of company status in Supplier Performance Risk System (SRPS) after audit of Cybersecurity Mature Model Certification (CMMC) for IT Systems, Knowledge with DoD Contracts, various US Government SAM, PIEE and DIBBS Systems, Perform duties with minimum supervision and participate in cross-functional projects as scheduled
Prefer working experience in a regulatory environment (ITAR and EAR) within the US aerospace or defense industry, or other related background
Must be able to travel to related business units/locations as necessary (up to 20% travel)
Must be a US Person [a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)]
Preferred
Has served as the primary Empowered Official to engage with various US Agencies in registration and licensing of all export related activities in furtherance of company business opportunities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
401(k) with company match
Generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement
And more
Company
Intertek
Provider of Quality and Safety Solutions
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.4M2010-11-02Grant· $4.4M
2002-05-29IPO
Leadership Team
Ross McCluskey
Executive Vice President, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Government & Trade Services
Recent News
2025-11-26
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