Compliance Specialist

Job title: Compliance Specialist

About the Role The Compliance Specialist ensures that SUNPAN's furniture manufacturing and export activities comply with international trade regulations, with a focus on shipments to the United States and Canada. The role involves managing export documentation, tracking compliance records, and maintaining adherence to international standards.

What You'll Do

• Review and update internal policies and compliance manuals.
• Request factories to submit all required documentation, licenses, labels, and test reports to ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian regulations.
• Conduct social and security audits at factories.
• Maintain detailed records of product specifications, testing outcomes, and supplier communications for traceability and decision-making.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes align with international furniture export standards.
• Stay informed on U.S. and Canadian import regulations, including customs requirements, safety standards, and environmental laws.
• Prepare and review export documentation, such as bills of lading, certificates of origin, and commercial invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Organize and maintain compliance databases, including permits, certificates, and regulatory filings, for accurate and up-to-date records.
• Generate periodic compliance reports and present findings to management.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on compliance-related topics, including trade regulations and company policies.
• Perform regular reviews of export processes to identify potential risks and improve compliance.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as requested by direct supervisors, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in compliance, preferably within the manufacturing or export sector.
• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations, including U.S. and Canadian import laws.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with compliance management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; Professional proficiency in Vietnamese is advantageous.

Nice to Have

• Certification in trade compliance or related areas, preferred.
• Experience in the furniture manufacturing industry, preferred.
• Familiarity with C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) and other international trade security programs, preferred.