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US Export Compliance Operations Manager

Minneapolis, United States

Job Description:

Export & Trade Compliance is a critical part of enabling growth for General Mills. This role is responsible for ensuring US export shipments and business activities comply with all applicable U.S. and international trade laws and regulations Key accountabilities include managing day-to-day export compliance operations, leading process improvements, and partnering with business units, logistics, and external stakeholders to minimize compliance risk while supporting global growth.

This position requires cross functional collaboration with transportation, planning, R&D, finance, suppliers & customers, regional logistics, legal, commercial, and sourcing teams to enable trade and international expansion while ensuring compliance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manage and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation related to U.S. export regulations
Provide day-to-day compliance leadership in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), OFAC and USDA/AMS/FDA Regulations.
Lead process improvements related to customer and country-specific documentation requirements.
Partner with Food Safety & Quality team to execute USDA & FDA regulations and programs
Monitor and evaluate emerging US export trade policy issues & changing country-specific requirements
Develop and manage key performance indicators to ensure successful execution of export compliance
Partner with logistics teams and freight forwarders to ensure compliant filing of EEIs and other export documentation
Oversee US export compliance audits, voluntary disclosures, and corrective action plans
Manage customs/census/PGA investigations or inquiries related to US exports
Maintain a compliant recordkeeping program for all US export shipments
Continuously evaluate the performance of freight forwarders and proactively address compliance gaps
Support Marketing, Sales & Customer Service, R&D and other teams as required to ensure export compliance.
Support global growth initiatives through the execution of new cross-border projects/processes.
Manage US Export Trade programs: USDA Sugar Re-Export & USDA US Export Sales Reporting (Flour)
Provide guidance as needed to Trade Compliance lead on US Duty Drawback program
Participate in Global Trade Management system (E20pen’s Trade Automation) processes, upgrades, & enhancements to automate and streamline export compliance activities
Manage the training, oversight, daily direction setting and annual performance management cycle for a team of 2 export analysts.
Oversee US Export operations tasks performed in the General Mills India Center
Lead and guide the ongoing development of Export Operations priorities and future state roadmap

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in US Export Compliance or Regulatory Operations
Working knowledge of Incoterms and international transportation processes
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and times of significant change
Strong communication skills across different geographies & cultures
Highly motivated, self-starter with strong organization and prioritization skills
Ability to think strategically and to collaborate, evaluate outcomes
Excellent work ethic and commitment to delivering high quality results & customer service
Strong project management and continuous improvement skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in USDA/FDA Export regulatory compliance for a global organization
Experience directly leading a team within a dynamic, global organization
Experience in food manufacturing operations, logistics, customer service, or other related functions
Experience with E20pen’s Trade Automation & SAP ERP systems
Experience managing relationships with diverse stakeholders across the globe

Experience developing and governing process
Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, or related degree

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Company Overview:

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

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