Business Process Compliance Expert

SANDVIK COROMANT is the world’s leading supplier of tools, tooling solutions, and know-how to the manufacturing industry. Our customers, which include major manufacturers within aerospace, automotive, medical, energy and general engineering, rely on us to provide the highest level of knowledge, service and support to help them achieve their goals for productivity and profitability. With extensive investments in research and development, we bring game-changing technologies and solutions to a dynamic industry driven by a demand for constant innovation. We have 8,000 employees and are represented in 130 countries, uniquely positioning us to set the industry standard for high technology manufacturing now and for the future. Sandvik Coromant is part of the business area Sandvik Machining Solutions within the 150-year-old global industrial group Sandvik. We are hiring for a Business Process Compliance Expert to join our team in Mebane, NC.

Main Responsibilities

Provide expertise in Global Trade compliance laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations. Lead restricted party screening, export jurisdiction and classification determination, and authorization analysis and management. Manage the implementation of FARS/DFARS contract requirements, including compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards. Provide compliance support to the organization through all phases of the sales, engineering, and product development processes. Drive development and implementation of procedures and work instructions for Global Trade control processes. Identify compliance risks and manage the life cycle of complex cross-functional risk programs. Support the implementation of the Sandvik compliance program, including anti-bribery, competition law, and data privacy program requirements. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify program and regulatory developments and provide updates to management regarding compliance initiatives impacting company business. Report all potential compliance concerns consistent with company requirements and assist with internal investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation, as required. Assist with self-assessments, including continuous improvement, validation, and audits to test and measure program effectiveness. Engage all levels across the organization by developing and facilitating a function-specific training and communications program. 

Sandvik Coromant Ambassador 

Act and communicate as Sandvik Coromant brand ambassador with customers. Act according to code of conduct and Sandvik Coromant values and principles. 

Other Responsibilities

Any activity must be carried out according to the requirements of Sandvik Coromant Way and Sales & Marketing Playbook. 

Main Rights

Are provided within the rules determined by documents of the companies of the Sandvik group (Fair Play, Code of conduct, Machining Solutions Operational Manual) and Sandvik for realization of the assigned job duties. Has the right to demand from the company administration to create and maintain working conditions at the necessary level (according to the requirements of the Labor Regulations of the country). 

Responsibility

Bears full responsibility for high-quality performance of the job duties, observance of Company rules and the labor legislation of the country.

Required Compentencies

Strong understanding of Global Trade compliance laws and regulations, including the ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations.  Experience leading customer contract requirements management, including FARS and DFARS requirements.  Strong leadership, organization, and attention to detail.  Complex solving-problem skills, ability to analyze possible solutions with technical expertise, judgement, and the application of precedents.  Proven ability to resolve highly complex or unusual business problems while applying advanced analytical thought and judgement.  International travel up to 30% 

Experience

2+ years’ experience working with risk management, regulatory affairs, or compliance preferred. Experience working as part of an international team.  

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Other Information

Overnight or extended travel domestically and overseas to support the role and the business.  Overnight or extended travel domestically and overseas to attend training, meetings, conferences. Must live in the U.S.  Must meet the needs of ITAR Requirement In addition, the employee may be assigned other duties within the area of their competence: 

Benefits

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please visit www.sandvik.com/careers to apply for the Business Process Compliance Expert, position Job #R0072373. We look forward to receiving your application.

Sandvik Coromant is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at hrsupport.us@sandvik.com. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.