ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs.

 The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: 

• Motion Technologies ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets
• Industrial Process ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets
• Connect & Control Technologies ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

 ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries.

DESCRIPTION

This position will identify and implement strategies to enhance and streamline trade compliance controls and target participation in trade programs to deliver savings or enhanced benefit to stakeholders. The role will work with senior management to ensure adherence to law and regulations governing North American import/export compliance and Trade Compliance Policy.

 

LOCATION

Seneca Falls, NY (Hybrid work schedule -  will consider remote for the ideal candidate)

Ideal candidate would be located in Western NY

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, mentor & develop import/export compliance personnel including hiring, goal setting, performance, coaching, teamwork, and projects.
• Manage import/export processes, including classification, origin, ECCN, valuation, licensing, and documentation requirements, to facilitate the smooth flow of goods across borders while minimizing delays and costs. In the US & Canada
• Manage free trade agreement programs.
• Prepare export license applications and commodity classification requests.
• Maintenance of import/export compliance master data based on U.S. Customs and country specific trade laws.
• Oversee & enhance trade service provider performance reporting & performance management.
• Review communication from U.S. Customs and respond appropriately. Ensure responses are timely and are reviewed by Legal and/or the Director, Trade Compliance before submission.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to educate employees on import/export control laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provides technical advice to business personnel on trade matters.
• Continuously assess savings opportunities across the IP Value Center, making recommendations to increase savings through applicable duty-reduction programs. Capture savings and report to TC Director on quarterly basis.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, engineering, sales, and supply chain teams, to ensure trade compliance requirements are integrated into business processes and decision-making.
• Work with the Director, Trade Compliance on special projects

QUALIFICATIONS:                     

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7+ years international trade experience
• US Customs Broker License strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of US and Canada rules and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of implementing regulatory requirements in a manufacturing/operations environment
• Free Trade Agreement experience
• Must have proven ability to lead cross functional teams and influence change in a complex, multi-level organization.
• Experience coaching and mentoring team members through change.
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to work independently, self-starter.
• Ability to discern/make judgments on classification, origin and ECCN
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced, high volume environment.
• Strong business ethics
• Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization
• Export and licensing experience
• Proficient in Internal Control implementation/monitoring
• Detail oriented
• Excellent follow-through
• Advanced Excel skills (i.e. formulas, pivot tables, vlookup…)
• Must be willing and able to travel +25%

We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Annual Salary Range $99,500 to $148,900 Plus Benefis and Incentive Plans.