
Senior Manager, U.S. Trade Risk and Governance
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Overview
Job Description
Location(s):
United States of AmericaCity/Cities:
AtlantaTravel Required:
00% - 25%Relocation Provided:
NoJob Posting End Date:
March 17, 2026Shift:
Job Description Summary:
The Coca-Cola Company isseekinga forward-thinking and dynamicSenior Manager,U.S.TradeRiskand Governanceto join ourGlobal Trade & SanctionsLegal Team.This rolehas a primary U.S. trade compliance focus, while also supportingglobaltraderisk assessment, audit management, and tradeand sanctionspolicy governance.This role reports intothe SeniorDirector, Legal Counsel—International Trade and Sanctionsand offers a unique opportunityfor a strategic team memberto influence a world-renowned brand byadvancing risk-basedtradecompliance frameworks and ensuring consistent application of trade requirements in a complex global environment.
As a key member of the Global Trade & Sanctions Team,you will play a critical role in strengthening the company’s license tooperateand license to winin the U.S. and globally. The successful candidate willpossessa strong foundationin U.S. trade laws and regulations and serve as a risk and controls leader—designing scalabletrade complianceframeworks thatanticipateregulatory change, withstand enforcement scrutiny, and support sustainable business growth.
This role will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders, includingTechnical, Innovation and Supply Chain(TI&SC), particularlyCommercial Products Supply (CPS)and Procurement;Internal Audit;Government Affairs;International Operations (INTOPS);Human Rights; and other global business partners, to embed effective trade risk management across the enterprise.As a subject matter expert for U.S. trade matters, you will support import and export activities throughout the Coca-Cola System, emphasizing legaland operationalrisk mitigation and protection of the company’s reputation.
Location:Role is based in Atlanta, GA
WhatYou’llDoforUs
Lead Trade Risk Assessment and Controls Oversight:
Design, execute, and continuously enhance risk-based trade compliance assessments across U.S. operations, including customs, sanctions, and tariff exposure.
Identifysystemic risks, control gaps, and emerging regulatory vulnerabilities, and translate findings into remediation roadmaps.
Trade AuditFramework:
Develop and oversee a trade compliance audit and monitoring framework, includinginternalassessments, targeted reviews, and issue tracking.
Partner with Internal Audit to align trade compliance testing with audit plans, regulatory expectations, and enforcement trends.
Track remediation actions,validateclosure, and report risk themes and trends to senior Legal and Compliance leadership.
Policy Development & Governance:
Lead the development, refresh, and governance of global trade andsanctionspoliciesand playbooks, ensuring clarity, consistency, and usability across the Coca-Cola System.
Ensure policies reflect evolving U.S. and global regulatory requirements, enforcement priorities, and company risk appetite.
Establish policy governance processes, includinginterpretationguidance and periodic reviews.
InnovateTrade Complianceand Risk ManagementProcesses:
Identifyand implement technology solutions (e.g., compliance management software, data analytics, automation) to modernize and enhance U.S.and global tradecompliance operations.
Leveragetradedata and analytics to create predictive tools and dashboards that forecast U.S.and globaltrade compliance risks andprovideactionable insights.
CollaborateandServe as a Strategic Partner:
Partnerand collaboratewithinternal stakeholdersto craftand ensure alignment onthe company’s position on U.S.and globaltrade policiesor high-risk trade-related issues (e.g.,regulatory changes, tariffs,classification, rules of origin).
Serve as the company’s key trade compliance expert for U.S. trade matters,providingstrategic guidance tobusiness leaders.
Train andRaiseAwareness:
Develop targeted, risk-based training and communications focused on risk ownership, control effectiveness, and policy application.
Promote a strong culture of compliance by increasing awareness of trade risk, accountability, and escalation expectations.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required Experience and Expertise:
Bachelor’s degree; Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree in International Trade, Business, or related field preferred.
Minimum of5+years of progressive experience in U.S. trade compliance,risk management, audit, or compliance governance, preferably within a multinational organization.
Strong understanding of U.S. customs, trade, and sanctions frameworks from a risk and controls perspective.
Familiarity with trade compliance enforcement priorities and trends in U.S. government policies.
Experience designing or overseeing compliance risk assessments, audits, or control frameworks.
Proficiencyin trade compliancetechnologyand toolswith innovative thinking.
Strategic and Analytical Competencies:
Strong strategic thinker with experience in proactivelyidentifyingcompliance risks and developing forward-looking solutions.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to navigate complex regulatory challenges and develop scalable solutions that align with business strategy.
Leadership and Communication Skills:
Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including senior leaders, as well as external regulators and industry peers.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex regulatory information clearly and concisely, including to non-legal/non-compliance audiences.
Experience inleading cross-functional teams, driving alignment across diverse perspectives.
Skills:
Compliance, Risk Assessments, Trade CompliancePay Range:
$141,400 - $166,700Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:
15Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
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