Business Partner Export Control & Sanctions - Americas Region

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Business Partner Export Control & Sanctions (BP EC&S) to serve as the interface for the Americas regions. The BP EC&S will support the Export Control Coordinators and the Export Control Department with specific requests, leveraging their local and worldwide knowledge and experience in Export Control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regional Interface: Act as the primary interface for the regions, facilitating communication and coordination between regional teams and the Export Control Department.
• Support Export Control Coordinators and the Export Control Department on specific requests and issues.
• Knowledge and Experience Keeper: Maintain and share expertise in local and international Export Control regulations, serving as the go-to resource for the organization.

Main Activities:

• Business Partner Screening: Support the screening of existing and new business partners with reference to final destination and end-use, ensuring compliance with international sanction lists.
• Product Classification: Assist in the classification of products, equipment, and technology according to national and international Dual Use  Lists.
• Project Team Support: Provide guidance and support to project teams regarding business activities involving embargoed countries or sensitive customers/suppliers, including products, equipment, software, and technology.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• 4 years of related working experience in international import/export and trade compliance.  
• 2 years of international business projects
• Strong knowledge of global Export Control and Sanctions regulations.
• Excellent analytical, advisory, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with senior management and board members.
• Experience in conducting operational audits and implementing remediation measures.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 2 years’ experience in other operations area (Law, Economics) would be appreciated.

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off  
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts.
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employee 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
• Hybrid Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional.
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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THE COMPANY

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets. 

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

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