Trade Compliance Supervisor

Aramco Services Company

# Trade Compliance Supervisor (1706)

Trade Compliance Group - Houston, TX - Full Time

OVERVIEW:

Oversees trade compliance for P&LD and works in association with other departments (R&D, ITD, TSD, Upstream, PR, IR, etc.) and affiliate companies to provide support and assist in designing procedures to manage trade compliance activities. Trade compliance activities include U.S. regulations that govern the import and export of goods, materials, equipment, technology, and services to and from the U.S., as well as anti-bribery and corruption laws.

Acts as an Empowered Official regarding licensing and compliance issues.

SCOPE:

Serves the ASC Supply Chain in North America and Saudi Aramco (SAO) worldwide.

Key Scope Components:

- Review and update of Compliance Manuals and procedures at least annually

- Review and verify monthly compliance reports and metrics

- Ensure trade compliance training on at least an annual basis for all ASC departments touched by trade compliance regulations

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

- Performs all supervisory functions at the unit level as defined by management. Evaluates and reviews work processes to assure continuous improvement and consistency with company objectives. Supervises all trade compliance activities and initiatives for ASC and its affiliates. (~20%)

- Works closely with and responds to all inquiries or questions from all departments in ASC, as well as ASC affiliates (APM, AAC, SAEV, etc.) with regard to trade compliance requirements and laws. Provides oversight and monitors trade compliance processes and procedures in place. (~20%)

- Works with key stakeholders to develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that all necessary trade compliance related controls are successfully integrated within all ASC departments and with ASC affiliates. Makes recommendations to key stakeholders to update standard operating procedures to improve overall trade compliance efforts. (~20%)

- Develops and maintains an ASC company-wide Trade Compliance Manual to ensure compliance to trade regulations and laws. (~10%)

- Reviews all root cause analysis results to determine effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions with regard to compliance issues. Recommends additional actions, when required. Reports results to P&L Management, as required. (~10%)

- Monitors effectiveness of ASC SAP and third-party software systems and the integration of trade compliance. Identifies opportunities to maximize automation of import & export transactions within SAP for trade compliance purposes. (~10%)

- Consults with the Chief Compliance Officer on matters related to US Government regulations in coordination with the Trade Compliance Specialist and the P&LD Manager.

- Ensures that all ASC departments and affiliates meet trade compliance regulatory recordkeeping requirements.

- Reviews facts and investigates any identified violations or potential violations to trade compliance regulations. Prepares report and/or brief, included recommended mitigation action, for presentation to the P&LD Manager and the Chief Compliance Officer (when required)

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management or Logistics, or scientific/ engineering degree from an accredited university, or equivalent industry experience.

- U.S. Customs Broker’s License required.

- Advanced knowledge of current trade compliance laws and regulations, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws.

- Understands export licensing.

- Possesses sound knowledge of all aspects of international supply chains including international logistics and transportation.

- Knowledge of ERP computer systems (SAP preferred) and export control related computer systems.

- Ability to:

- meet all requirements to attain Corporate Empowered Official appointment.

- communicate effectively and tactfully with all ASC and ASC affiliate staff as well as business managers and HR staff.

- inspire management confidence to independently handle specialized trade compliance requirements or individual transactions of a difficult or significant nature.

- analyze various factors and use good judgement to make sound recommendations and decisions.

- identify and implement viable solutions across multiple disciplines.

- Proficient with business software applications.

- Typically, at least ten (10) years progressive experience in all phases of trade compliance, related documentation, and systems.

- Advanced and direct experience implementing company-wide programs to comply with US trade regulations. Direct work experience in supply chain and transportation as well as development of procedures and employee. Oil and gas industry experience preferred.

- Must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly and concisely in English.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATE ACCEPTED