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Continental

Export Control Business Partner - Automotive

Continental, Lansing, Michigan, United States,


Job Description

The Business Partner Export Control Manager will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and export control laws. This position will be responsible for directly supporting and managing one of Continental's divisions, mitigating legal and regulatory risks while supporting the overall export control departments. The position is part of the Global Legal Team and reports directly to the Export Control Team Lead for the US/CA Region.The candidate needs an understanding of U.S. and Canada Export Control Regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. and Canada sanctions/embargo regulations.Business Partner Export Control Manager's responsibilities include:Stay in close contact with all the Export Control Coordinators within the region, the other Export Control Managers, and the Export Control Departments.Be the interface between Export Control Coordinators and the Export Control Departments.Communicate, share, and apply new regulatory changes and sanctions.Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, engineering, sales, and supply chain teams, to ensure export compliance requirements are integrated into business processes and decision-making.Document changes and write applications to government entities.Work with Engineering, Sales, and other departments to gather information needed to submit export authorizations (e.g., License applications, Agreements, permits), formal export classification requests, and advisory opinions to the appropriate government agency.Develop and implement Export Compliance Policies and Standardized Procedures.Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify areas of potential non-compliance and implement corrective actions.Support the Export Control Advisor for the implementation of internal Export Control Guidelines as well as international and local export control regulations.Work with HR, Sales, and Engineering regarding technology transfers and foreign national reviews.Develop and manage export control projects.Provide targeted training according to the Export Control Training Program.Develop and deliver export compliance training programs to educate employees on export control laws, regulations, and company policies.Support the Export Control Coordinators for the Export Control Classification of the items.Be a key user for export control systems.Serve as the primary point of contact for government authorities and regulatory agency inquiries on export control matters.Prepare and submit required reports and disclosures to relevant government agencies, including voluntary disclosures of potential violations.Prepare export license applications and commodity classification requests for products/transactions within the Business Sectors.WHY YOU SHOULD APPLYImmediate BenefitsPaid Time OffTuition & Employee DiscountsAnnual Bonus or Sales BonusEmployer 401(k) MatchAnd more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!Qualifications

Required Qualifications:Bachelor degree (preferable in Economics, International Business, or Law)5+ years of professional experience2+ years experience in export control licensing and classification processStrong knowledge and understanding of the U.S. and CA Export Control Regulations and SanctionsGood analytical skillsExcellent Verbal and Written Communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office ApplicationsLegal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is only able to offer visa support for internal employees who currently hold an existing valid employment visa.Preferred Experience:Master Degree or higher, preferably in Economics, International Business, or Law7+ years of professional export control relatable experienceProject Management experienceSAP experienceSNAP-R and DECCS experienceExperience in Trade Management softwareCompany Description

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.The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion, and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display, and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics, and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.Are you ready to shape the future with us?

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