Diageo

This role is accountable for export compliance of finished goods cases of alcohol, bulk goods, and other commodities.. This role is also responsible for leading the rapid recovery of our drawbacks and support for US Customs desk reviews.. + Internal link with Corporate Relations function to support work with industry bodies and government agencies and be in a leading position to understand and act on changes in regulations, and to provide proactive technical advice.. + Licensed Customs Broker, Certified Export Specialist, CUSECO or other trade compliance certification preferred but not required.. Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry.

export compliance manager

<p>**Job Description :**
Our performance ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. We are proud of the brands we make and the enjoyment they give to millions. We are passionate about alcohol playing a positive role in society as part of a balanced lifestyle. It is central to our purpose to celebrate life, every day, everywhere.
We are a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer! We produce an assortment of over 200 amazing brands – old and new, large and small, global and local – that are enjoyed in more than 180 countries around the world!
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share standard methodology.
**Context/Scope**
We desire to operate an effective, efficient, and agile best in class Regulatory Compliance function capable of adapting to an increasingly challenging, connected, and digital environment. As part of our team, you will lead and operate a fully compliant and efficient Drawback and Export Compliance team for North America. This includes ensuring compliance for denied party screening, drawback filings, free trade agreements, internal audit, government reporting procedures, and with laws governing international trade. You should also have experience in setting up procedures that are effective in real life, in minimizing risks, as well as in capitalizing on drawback opportunities. This role reports to the Director of Regulatory, Tax & Trade Compliance.
**Responsibilities**
This role is accountable for export compliance of finished goods cases of alcohol, bulk goods, and other commodities. It will facilitate the activities of the operational team by ensuring that day-to-day tasks are implemented timely and completely, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Working knowledge of the North American Customs Regulations, US Foreign Trade Regulations, as well as understanding of the Export Administration Regulations is required. This role is a key component in Diageo’s export compliance program, drawback program and special projects. This role is also responsible for leading the rapid recovery of our drawbacks and support for US Customs desk reviews. Success includes building and fostering collaborative relationships with a variety of partners including the Export Strategy team, global business partners, drawback brokers, while working independently and proactively to take decisive actions as necessary. Travel may be required. The role has direct reports.
**Key Outputs:**
+ Lead and motivate a team with high customs and excise complexity to deliver the business requirements.
+ Independently identify problems or opportunities in export compliance and recommend solutions and move them to action.
+ Lead team through changing demand forecasts, material availability and/or overall business need in correlation with import opportunity.
+ Work closely with accounting team for accrual tracking and account reconciliations.
+ Establish, monitor, and report Key Performance Metrics regarding export and drawback activities.
+ Partner with the business and the supply functional leaders across the organization to implement export plans and deliver breakthroughs across multiple cross-functional workstreams.
+ Manage the company's processes and procedures in compliance with all trade and applicable tax legislation and reporting requirements.
+ Accountable for control assurance (CARM controls) assigned to the function.
+ Prepare for, monitor, and help lead government audits.
+ Participate in internal risk audits.
+ Internal link with Corporate Relations function to support work with industry bodies and government agencies and be in a leading position to understand and act on changes in regulations, and to provide proactive technical advice.
+ Support Global Tax Governance team with controls, standardization and automated solutions including new technologies such as S4 Hana requirements.
+ Grow team members through development conversations and training.
**Experience and Skills**
+ Required Experiences - Ideal candidate will have at least 8 years’ experience in Trade Compliance, Excise Tax, Export regulations, or Finance.
+ Licensed Customs Broker, Certified Export Specialist, CUSECO or other trade compliance certification preferred but not required.
+ Relevant people management experience.
+ Ability to size up risk risks and business opportunities, providing in-depth analysis to problem solve and support the business.
+ Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, both verbal and written, with internal partners, external government agencies, and Third-Party vendors and customers.
+ Demonstrable ability to engage and align partners behind plans and win support for implementing new compliant and saving practices.
+ Good knowledge of ERP and global trade management systems is welcome.
+ Good knowledge of excise taxes and industry (regulatory) requirements, including documentation, for imports and exports in relation to alcohol is desired.
+ Proficiency in computer skills including SAP, MS Office, and Teams collaboration.
+ Ability to establish priorities and work under pressure.
+ Self-starter with an ability to work autonomously.
+ Must be very detail oriented.
**Worker Type :**
Regular
**Primary Location:**
Plainfield Tech Centre
**Additional Locations :**
Stamford
**Job Posting Start Date :**
2024-03-27
**Salary Range:**
**Minimum Salary:**
$100800
**Maximum Salary:**
$168000
**_At Diageo certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual incentive payment and stock awards. US-based employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement benefits , short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits and industry leading parental leave, among others._** **_(Benefits/perks_** **_listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Diageo and the country where you work.) The salary range displayed is the salary range for the role’s primary location._**
With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.
Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.
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