SUMMARY
The Global Compliance Leader for Wilson Tool ensures the proper implementation and adherence to compliance strategies, policies, and regulations, while ensuring Wilson Tool global entities follow relevant laws, regulations, and policies in their respective countries. This role is a broad role and will oversee many US governmental compliance requirements such as ITAR, ISO, EAR99, DFARS, etc., and participate in global compliance matters related to Import, Export, Free Trade Agreements, PCI, Material Compliance, and more.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute independently, and as part of a team, on a wide range of ethics and compliance objectives related to policies, new law and regulation implementation, communication, auditing, and training.
• Stay abreast of legislative and regulatory developments in all the countries in which we operate; provide analysis on impact to Wilson Tool and recommendations for implementation.
• Lead the Compliance Committee in quarterly compliance reviews, annual planning and development of audit/testing/compliance review plans.
• Ensure adherence to global trade compliance, including import/export regulations, anti-bribery laws, and other industry-specific standards (e.g., ISO, ITAR, OSHA).
• Manage relationships with regulatory authorities and ensure timely submission of reports and documentation.
• Identify compliance risks within the business operations and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure internal policies are followed.
• Recommend corrective actions and track their implementation.
• Prepare and present compliance reports to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Partner with HR, Legal, Operations, and other departments to align compliance practices with business strategies.
• Act as a liaison between the company and regulatory bodies on compliance matters; reach out and partner with SMEs to obtain insight as needed.
• Assist with global regulatory filings and the management of certifications.
• Train employees on compliance guidelines, requirements, and standards timely as required by law or company policy.
• Respond to supplier agreements requesting proof of compliance in quality, purchasing, process control, product traceability, inspection procedures, product handling, maintenance of equipment, Human Resource policies, etc.
• Build and maintain relationships with and provide advice and serve as trusted subject matter expert to operations and employees on key compliance risk areas.
• Stay current on industry standards by continuing education, reading publications, talking with peers, and joining professional groups
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Law, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance management, preferably in a global manufacturing environment.
• Compliance-related certifications such as Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as FCPA, GDPR, ISO standards, and industry-specific regulations.
• Proven leadership skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
• Familiarity with computer and necessary software
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Proven understanding of risk assessment and mitigation
• Research and reporting skills
• Strong statistical analysis skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Integrity is an essential characteristic for this role.
• Transparency with their colleagues and creating an atmosphere of trust.
• Ability to work across all levels and lead through influence.
• Experience in supporting a large diverse team across multiple business units.
• Exhibits positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Ability to translate a business strategy into specific objectives.
• Well-rounded in engineering, lean manufacturing, negotiating, financial, and business acumen, a strong plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office and manufacturing environment.

WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time; core-business hours or determined by business need. Hybrid work possible.

TRAVEL 
Domestic and International travel required – up to 5%

COMPENSATION
Exempt

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