Sr. Manager, Trade Compliance
Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.
To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
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SeniorManager,Compliance
Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where peopleare workingtogether to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.
To be eligible for this position, you must be aU.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientedSenior Manager, Complianceto join our team in the Westminster, CO office.This is a hands-on individual contributorexport compliancelead role with ownershipofVantor’s export-controls function, inclusive of drafting and applying for export authorizations.The ideal candidate will be responsible forclassifying, marking and managing export-controlled documents and facilitating Vantor’s Compliance function.In this role, you will help protect Vantor’s ability to serve mission-critical customers by ensuringcompliance with U.S. export control lawsand ensuringactivitiesare reviewed with speed, consistency, and sound compliance judgment.
Responsibilities:
Lead, enhance, and maintain Vantor’s global Compliance program, including policies, procedures, work instructions, controls, metrics, and governance for export, reexport, transfer, retransfer, sanctions, and restricted-party compliance.
Provide senior-level guidance on ITAR, EAR, OFAC, CBP, Census/AES, anti-boycott, and other trade-related requirements affecting Vantor’s products, services, technologies, data, software, technical information, and international activities.
Partnerwithseveral internal teams includingSecurity, Contracts,Procurement, Product, Engineering, Program Management, Sales,Cybersecurityand Business Development to embed compliance into business planning and execution.
Develop scalable compliance processes that support Vantor’s spatial intelligence platform,ground stations,satellite tasking and imagery products, data and analytics offerings, software tools, APIs, professional services, andcloud computingenvironments.
Function as an export authority for commercialforeignprograms, providing analysis of U.S. Government import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR), laws andrequirements.
Obtain detailed information fromtechnical teamsrelated to spacecraft programs and componentsin order toprepare and submit required import/export licenses and agreements.
Determine or assist in the determination of the classification ofVantorproducts, software, technical informationand technologies according to import and export control requirements.Be the subject matter expert for the classificationand markingof technical data,software, hardware and defense services.
Lead or support trade compliance audits, self-assessments, transaction testing, root-cause reviews, corrective actions, and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Monitor regulatory developments and enforcement trends; assess impact to Vantor’s business and update policies, procedures, tools, and training accordingly.
Support investigations, voluntary disclosures, remediation plans, and corrective-action tracking, in partnership with Legal and Ethics & Compliance.
Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and provide guidance and practical solutions to cross-functional projects effectively andon-time.
Work effectively as a team member and in an independentmanner,andconsistently exercise good business judgment.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Bachelor's degree in business or a related fieldor equivalent practical experience
Minimum of8years of relevant experience
Expert knowledge and experience in ITARand EARexport license drafting and implementation, and classification of items in accordance with the regulations and interpretive guidance.
Proficiency in DECCS, SNAP-R licensing portals
Preferred Qualifications:
Satellite and spacecraft industry experience on export issues
Investigative skills, including ability to be discreet and manage confidential information
Proven capability to use independent judgment and professionalism
Confidence in the application of U.S. export control laws and design of Compliance programs
Excellent judgment with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to listen, learn and influence a global network of management-level personnel
Excellent communications skills
Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.
•The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $124,000.00 - $165,000.00 - $181,500.00 annually.For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
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EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.