Director - Global Trade Compliance
Kohler Energy Group

Director - Global Trade Compliance

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days a week in office) based out of Metro-Milwaukee, WI.

The Director - Global Trade Compliance is responsible for implementing and leading the company's global trade compliance program and ensuring the company and its subsidiaries comply with all applicable trade compliance rules and regulations. The Director will lead and manage a lean trade compliance team with associates located in the U.S., China and India. The position reports to the company's Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages a lean trade compliance team, which includes associates based in the U.S., China and India.
• Manages import, export, and international trade activities globally.
• Sets a global strategy to minimize duties with programs such as trade preference programs, in-bond movements, and recovery of paid duties such as drawback.
• Manages all responses to inquiries and challenges from the various customs authorities.
  
• Ensures compliance with all applicable trade compliance laws and regulations in various countries where our organization operates.
• Stays current with trade compliance laws and regulations and provides insights to the organization regarding potential changes or impacts.
• Oversees the preparation and maintenance of trade-related documentation, including customs records, licenses, permits, and certificates.
• Conducts risk assessments to identify potential trade compliance issues and implements appropriate corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Assists in internal and external trade compliance audits and provides documentation and information as needed.
• Analyzes trade-related data to identify trends, discrepancies, or potential areas for process improvement, cost reduction, or risk mitigation.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, customs brokers, and government agencies to address trade compliance concerns and resolve issues.
• Provides training and guidance to internal stakeholders to enhance understanding of trade compliance regulations and procedures.
• Implements improvements to the global trade compliance program as necessary.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as international trade, supply chain, business, or law.
• 10+ years of experience in trade compliance or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of export regulations, customs procedures, and trade agreements.
• Demonstrated expertise in Global Trade Management tools and systems.
• Licensed Customs Broker preferred.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.


The salary range for this position is $138350 - $177900. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Rehlko?
A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Rehlko proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

It is Rehlko's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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