Specialist, export control and sanctions operations

Responsibilities

• Deploy Export Control & Sanctions (EC&S) Due Diligence Measures
• Serve as a main contact for the EC&S cases.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for all EC&S issues within the responsible SE entities / businesses, including conducting 4W reviews and regional escalations for all relevant transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable EC&S laws, sanctions & regulations (national & international, when applicable) and SE EC&S Policy, Directives, and Procedures. Identify and correct the gaps, as applicable.
• Report any non-compliance observations and incidents to the EC&S CoE Operations/Governance Manager and Business Owners.
• Support, drive and lead EC&S initiatives / activities for site or project as required including annual Key Internal Control (KIC) for EC&S CE.13 and acting as the EC&S contact for any Supply Chain Security programs (e.g C-TPAT, AEO) or with official authorities.
• Support SE Turkey Management EC&S related inquiries / investigations which can be initiated by Global EC&S CoE.
• Monitor Transactions with Export Control & Sanctions (EC&S) Risk Identified Proactively
• Conduct EC&S (4Ws) reviews and escalate applicable transactions / projects for EC&S CoE’s approval.
• Monitor transactions with EC&S risk identified proactively, by utilizing local / global IT system (e.g BFO, SAP, SAP GTS, Oracle etc) or reports generated from the systems.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders within the organizations, including Sales, Tender, Project Manager, Finance Controller, Legal etc., to mitigate the EC&S risk.
• Ensure local policy & procedures are implemented by conducting regular audits. In the advent of a process breach, report the transaction to the EC&S CoE Operations Manager, respective stakeholders and ensure the transaction is on hold until all due diligence initiatives are completed and secured.
• Support in the implementation of local / global export control internal audit program, and the execution of any rectification actions.
• Report potential business risks to Regional EC&S Manager.
• Optimize Export Control & Sanctions (EC&S) Operations Process Continuously
• In-depth understanding of the business process of the organizations and identify the key stakeholders within each organization to facilitate the implementation of EC&S compliance program.
• Understand and get access (if necessary) to the relevant IT tools / systems which are utilized in business operations and try to identify any opportunity to optimize the EC&S monitoring or due diligence in a more efficient way.
• Identify gaps in implementation of EC&S Policy and Directives, develop and implement mitigation and corrective actions.
• Document EC&S activities, maintaining proper record keeping of transactions, reviews, escalations & approval, training and incidents.
• Educate local teams on EC&S related matters. Maintain local training records & ensure appropriate EC training/s are delivered annually.
• Engage with the SPOC Community, EC&S CoE, joining Open Lines, and other EC related communications campaigns.
• Provide EC support and backup to other countries/regions when required.

Requirements

• Fluent English
• Ability to deliver clear and simple messages and to develop relationships with key partners.
• The position requires a high level of responsibility, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or adequate.
• Experience: 2-5 years of work EC&S experience, with experience in supply chain / risk management / tendering / project management / business process management are preferred.
• Following Skill Sets are essential:
• “Attention to detail” skill – the person is required to be thorough when reviewing transactional & project details to identify Export Control related red flags.
• “Analytical” skill - ability to examine data and information, identify patterns and trends and make logical conclusions.
• “Microsoft Excel” skill - a fundamental tool for data analysis which offers a range of functionalities, from simple data entry to complex functions like Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, etc.
• “Problem solving” skill - ability to identify and resolve issues.
• “Report writing” skill – the person is required to summarize findings for Export Control & Sanctions reviews and outline the steps for the Company to take.
• “Communication” skill - ability to convey information in a clear and understandable manner.
• “Interpersonal” skill – the person must be able to communicate effectively with all types of personalities to ensure that his/her company is following Export Control regulations correctly.
• “Risk management” skill - ability to identify and minimize potential risks.

What's in it for me?

• High-visibility role where your work directly protects the organization and shapes risk strategy
• Opportunity to build deep expertise in a specialized, high-demand compliance area
• Supportive team culture that invests in your professional development and growth
• Exposure to cross-functional initiatives that expand your strategic and operational impact
• Bring your compliance expertise to a team that values precision and impact — apply today!

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