Compliance Coordinator

Why join us?

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Purpose of the job

Conduct reviews of MillerKnoll and Knoll products to determine GSA eligibility using existing data available in Tableau as well as MillerKnoll and Knoll operating systems (JDE, Baan, MySign).  Data analyst will receive decision trees and instructions on how to access necessary data to perform reviews and will liaise with the Trade Compliance team for any questions or issues.  Data analyst may need to liaise with manufacturing and sourcing teams / suppliers to make qualification decisions.  Data analyst will document each qualification using the template provided and file qualification decisions in the Trade Compliance share drive in Microsoft Teams.  Product qualifications will be for sets of rules TAA (Trade Agreements Act), BAA (Buy American Act), and BABAA (Build America, Buy America Act) in support of GSA sales. Data Analyst will be tasked with the review of all products sold by MK and the creation of product lists under each set of regulations for ease of use for GSA sales team.  For example, “Which of MK’s products qualify under the BABAA?” 

Specific responsibilities

• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work between a number of MillerKnoll information systems to obtain critical information.
• Work effectively in HM & Knoll bill of materials, Smart Sheet, MySign, Tableau, MS Excel, MS Word
• Work effectively in Excel to perform calculations and present output - BOMs.
• Ability to learn and work with Trade Compliance, established procedures and business systems to generate country of origin determinations as well as GSA qualification decisions for MillerKnoll products.
• Able to work collaboratively with other departments and suppliers.
• Gather complete product and compliance information from suppliers for current and new products.
• Keep up to date with GSA sales requests and GSA-related Trade Compliance changes.
• Retain and share GSA information, statistics and evidence for use by GSA Sales team and Trade Compliance.
• Able to work independently
• Sets an example for others in the attitude exhibited and the high standard in the quantity and quality of the work completed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested.
• Be able to work during EST business hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) or at a minimum partially within those hours.
• Communicate frequently with key stakeholders on assigned project teams

Minimum Requirements (Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• A bachelor's degree in business field
• Must be open to new ideas and technologies
• Able to maintain a positive attitude in addressing concerns.
• Requires a self-starter who sees what needs to be accomplished and takes responsibility for timely completion of tasks and assignments.
• Must be respectful, tactful, truthful and professional in all communication and working relationships while representing MillerKnoll and its interests with internal and external partners.
• Ability to prioritise and plan workload, managing deadlines for a number of tasks.
• Must be willing to take ownership efficiently working to drive tasks to completion.
• Ability to understand the corporation's values, goals and the objectives along with key financial drivers including EVA (Economic Value Added).
• Requires good listening, strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical matters to nontechnical audiences.
• A good level of written and spoken English
• Must be diligent in work, paying special attention to detail
• Self-confidence and effective interpersonal skills.
• Problem definition, problem solving, and project management exposure, including computer-based tools that assist in these areas.
• Ability to work in a team environment, supporting overall goals through active participation and valuing the unique skills and contributions of other team members.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested

Desirable skills and experience

• Ability to learn new software tools quickly
• Experience with finding creative solutions and ways to work smarter, not harder.
• Experience of materials and/or product manufacturing sector(s)
• Ability to present results and information to a range of audiences

Technical Competency Requirements

Working ability to function in production business operating systems:  Knoll JD Edwards, Herman Miller Baan and MySign, Geiger engineers and systems, other brands and retail as needed.

Working ability to document, communicate and collaborate within the MillerKnoll environment utilizing, voice mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet access, and other productivity tools.

Working ability to solve system problems and create new solutions. Identify and promote new and improved methods for accomplishing the essential functions of the job.

Contacts and relationships

Internal contacts:

MillerKnoll Trade Compliance

GSA Sales Teams

Engineers

Sourcing / Supply Management

External contacts:

Suppliers

Person profile

Education and experience

Essential:

College Level education A minimum of two years proven experience. Should be willing to work in flexible time as per business needs. Proficient in Excel

Preferred:

Prior experience in MillerKnoll systems or compliance field Previous employment with an International company

Competencies

Essential:

Requires a self-starter who sees what needs to be accomplished and takes responsibility for timely completion of tasks and assignments. Ability to prioritise and plan workload, managing deadlines for a number of tasks. Effective communication skills at all levels Ability to work with teams and achieving quality results on time.

Characteristics

Thinks logically and conceptually Develops innovative ideas and methods Can establish priorities and handle many projects Welcomes responsibility, make decisions and accepts risk. Can work independently and as part of a team. Has flexible approach to change

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  careers_help@millerknoll.com.