Trade Compliance Project Manager (f/m/x)

Trade Compliance Project Manager (f/m/x)

Job Level: Technical Leadership-T2

Job Description:

This position will provide Project Management expertise and coordination for the Trade Compliance Team globally. The incumbent is expected to track, document, and deliver continuous improvement programs and strategies to drive enhanced Trade/Customs Compliance risk mitigation and cost avoidance. This position will work extensively within the Trade Compliance team and core stakeholders to ensure TC products are delivered on time and on budget. This position will Influence Sr. Leaders in Legal, Supply, and Commercial to drive compliance.

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Manage Trade Compliance Projects.
• Responsible for creating project plans and delivering the project/program results on time, within budget and scope to the desired specifications.
• Monitors the status of each project to ensure appropriate actions are taken at the right time and in accordance with Mars Project and Change Management Standards.
• Communicates status reports proactively to project sponsors and stakeholders.
• Leads project meetings and holds team accountable for timeline deliverables.
• Establishes Project Charters in collaboration with TC team leads, and ensures documentation is submitted within Mars PM tools.
• Establishes project stakeholders, requirements, priorities, and deadlines in collaboration with TC team leads.
• Leads project(s) from initiation through closeout including phases such as planning, implementation, monitor and control and disseminating results.
• Identifies risks to project success and communicates to stakeholders appropriately.
• Identifies compliance risks through project work and escalates with TC team for corrective actions.
• Monitor’s budget and project process and reports accordingly.
• Designs effective contingency plans and manages project risks.
• Efficiently manages both internal and external resources (staff, equipment, vendors, and consultants) to achieve business solutions within project guidelines.
• Drives team to successful project completion through objective setting, defined priorities, and scope guardrails.
• Keeps team accountable to project deliverables and addresses focus/scope as needed.
• Prepares and presents progress reports for Senior Leaders and Project Sponsors.
• Creates SOPs, (Standard Operating Procedures) as needed for project delivery.
• Assists in identifying and resolving Trade Compliance issues, and other influences that may impact project, team, or corporate goals.
• As needed, assists Trade Compliance team with delivery of Trade Compliance activities, including auditing, training, and documentation of processes. Helps identify future projects for change management pipelines.
• Deliver savings and cost avoidance for Mars by ideating and implementing continuous improvements to trade processes and risk mitigation.
• Provide analytics, data, and reporting on compliance activities as required.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 7-8 years progressive experience in complex CPG, legal, or consulting environments, must have demonstratable project management skillset.
• Proven track record working in a corporate environment, ideally in a regional or global role.
• BA or MA degree.
• Specialized, advanced knowledge in Project Management - PMP certificate or other Project Management tool.
• Some knowledge of trade and customs compliance regulations required.
• Brokers License or Degree/ Certificate in Compliance, International Logistics, Customs Work or International Studies preferred.
• Proficiency in standard PM Software tools.
• Fluent communication in English.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Contract of employment.
• Attractive financial conditions with Business Bonus and Christmas Bonus
• We will also look after your safety and well-being by offering you rich benefits package including life insurance, private medical care, Employee Assistance Program fully covered by Mars, MultiBenefit Program.
• Lunch card.
• Extra savings scheme to support You in long perspective.
• Support in career building through personalized development plan.
• On-line shop with attractive discounts on our products that Your family and friend are going to love.
• Possibility to participate in volunteering initiatives during working hours.
• A modern and pet friendly office in the City Centre.

Skills: Analyze Alternatives and Recommend Solutions, Compliance Management, Customer-Focused, Data Collection and Analysis, Numerical Skills, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Policy and Regulation, Questions Strategically, Verbal Communication

Competencies: Action Oriented, Communicates Effectively, Instills Trust, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Persuades

Meer over Mars:
Mars is een familiebedrijf met een wereldwijde verkoop van meer dan $50 miljard. We produceren enkele van 's werelds meest geliefde merken: M&M's®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, SKITTLES® en BEN'S ORIGINAL®. Naast onze consumentenmerken zorgen we met trots voor de helft van de huisdieren in de wereld via onze voedings-, gezondheids- en service bedrijven zoals Banfield Pet Hospitals ™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA ™ en Pet Partners ™. Mars heeft zijn hoofdkantoor in McLean, Virginia en is actief in meer dan 80 landen. De vijf principes van Mars - kwaliteit, verantwoordelijkheid, wederkerigheid, efficiëntie en vrijheid - inspireren onze 150.000 Associates elke dag om bij te dragen aan een betere toekomst.

Disclaimer:
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