At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses, including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:   

 

Be a part of our mission!  As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.  

Thrive at work and at home:   

Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!    

Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.    

401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.     

Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.       

Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

Learn more about our benefits here!   

Where is the work:  

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week in San Diego, CA.

Job Summary： Trade Compliance Specialist – Exports Americas

The Trade Compliance Specialist – Exports Americas will ensure we align with export compliance laws at our locations in the Americas region by executing operational trade activities and partnering with GTC Functional and Regional Leadership to implement our trade compliance strategy. You will establish and deploy localized operational policies/procedures, drive effective freight forwarder management, analyze all risks and optimization opportunities, train cross-functional partners, and support local business issue resolution strategies.

Responsibilities:

Deploy the strategic development, delivery, and execution of a standardized, compliant export compliance program to support the enterprise in coordination with the Export Controls Program Manager. Support export control program for the Americas, ensuring proper oversight and prioritizing areas of greatest risk. Build localized operational export procedures and ensure local business awareness and compliance with the export regulatory requirements for the Americas. Engage with regional senior leaders on strategies and initiatives that affect export compliance, and where trade matters may impact strategy. Apply knowledge of export regulations and requirements to support regional business requirements. Establish and maintain relationships with internal functions to encourage awareness of compliance issues. Guide government agencies' data interpretation and designation, document requirements, export licensing requirements, commodity jurisdiction submissions, CCATS submissions, documentation, valuation, and reporting. Communicate with site managers and freight forwarders to provide solutions to ensure compliance with all local and international export regulatory requirements. Support internal audits of the company's export, sanctions, or boycott compliance activities as needed. Based on audit findings, this role will support root cause analysis and lead resolution of export compliance issues as needed.  Support Export Compliance training for the regional area of responsibility. Stay current in international Trade Compliance regulations, policies, training, audit programs, and Trane Technologies' corporate Trade Compliance initiatives. Determine Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) with support from Engineering.  Liaise with New Product Development (NPD) teams to ensure timely ECCN assignment for new product launches and introductions. Oversee issuance and administration of Export Power of Attorney and/or Written Authorization for EEI filings on behalf of Trane Technologies legal entities as applicable. Audit Electronic Export Information (EEI) filings on an ongoing basis to ensure accuracy in filing, with a particular focus on routed transactions and transactions requiring an export license.  Issue audit findings report, and track corrections required until resolution. Develop and provide training regarding routed export transactions. Support the Deemed Exports program development and enhancement.  Identify the requirement for and obtain technology transfer licenses as needed. Administer and oversee the Redesigned Simplified Network Application Process (SNAP-R) system on behalf of Trane Technologies legal entities, including submission and administration of license applications and Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) submissions as needed. Respond to Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) inquiries or audits as needed. Support the duty drawback program submissions from an export perspective. Research trade regulations and rulings, determine the regulatory or interpretive basis for each, and communicate with internal clients and external service providers. Guide internal stakeholders on export compliance matters as needed. Develop the company's export trade compliance policies in coordination with the goals and objectives of the Export Controls Program Manager. Oversee the export compliance recordkeeping program and reconciliation, organization, and maintenance on an ongoing basis. Monitor and manage daily export compliance related to international transaction holds, reviews, and information needed to ensure business continuity without disruption while ensuring compliant transactions. Responsible for the identification of areas for process improvement in the daily resolution of trade compliance-related international transaction holds and issues. Lead projects as needed. Oversee the development, implementation, and update of standard operating procedures and work instructions to support the functional area of responsibility as needed. Stay abreast of all issues and regulations that impact export compliance activities through trade publications, communications with service providers, and regular reviews of the appropriate government websites and trade association memberships. Liaise with internal departments across business units on regulatory and duty matters as needed. Perform other duties associated with trade compliance as may be required, maintaining a customer-focused attitude and assisting the Export Controls Program Manager.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., international trade, supply chain, logistics) 2-5+ years of experience in export compliance and international trade operations Detailed proven hands-on experience in U.S. federal export agencies, customs administration, Foreign Trade, Customs Law, Tariff Codes, OFAC, EEI filings, export licensing, federal trade regulations, BIS, encryption regulations. Knowledge of export regulations and requirements, as well as operationalization of the same. Knowledge and experience with U.S. and Canadian export regimes.  LATAM export experience preferred.

Key Competencies:

Strong interpersonal skills. Strong Excel and data analytics capability Strong project management and computer skills (emphasis on Microsoft Office programs) are required. The ability to function both as a team and individual hands-on player with the ability to shift priorities as required by the global trade compliance team and business operations. Proven ability to define performance metrics and evaluate internal and external service providers. Demonstrated skills in resolving complex business challenges. Strong analytical skills, be detail-oriented, and possess the ability to anticipate problems and diffuse situations. Working knowledge of Oracle and trade compliance software is preferred. Subject Matter expertise in relevant areas of trade compliance (export regulatory compliance with all relevant U.S. federal agencies, export licensing requirements, local export regulatory requirements in the Americas) is required. Industry-recognized licenses or certifications preferred.

Compensation:    

Base Pay Range: $58,000- $100,000

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, or geographic location where the work is performed. 

  

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.