Sarah Thomas
Ogden
Summary
Dynamic international trade compliance leader with a proven track record in the defense sector, adept in ITAR and EAR regulations. Successfully developed cross-functional training programs, driving compliance awareness and facilitating a $13 million savings initiative. Skilled in project management and process standardization, enhancing operational efficiency across diverse teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of International Trade and Compliance
Doncasters LLC
Chard
10.2023 - Current
- Empowered Official, DECCS/SNAP-R/ACE/SAMS/PIEE administrator
- Established comprehensive international trade compliance program across US, UK and EU sites aligning processes and training with government regulations.
- Managed international team of 6 members to facilitate effective implementation of compliance initiatives.
- Launched company-wide compliance website, enhancing visibility and accessibility of compliance resources.
- Lead a cross-functional team to deploy companywide "Know Your Supplier" initiatives.
Senior International Trade Compliance Analyst
Northrop Grumman
11.2016 - 09.2023
- Managed portfolio of DOS authorizations, DOC licensing, ATF licensing, and jurisdiction classifications.
- Oversaw denied party screening, foreign travel, and visitor compliance processes.
- Developed cross-functional training programs to enhance trade compliance awareness.
- Facilitated $13 million savings initiative supporting a third-party fulfillment supply chain.
- Supported contract and business development through T&C’s oversight.
- Created and maintained portfolio metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provided comprehensive support to teams, ensuring adherence to compliance regulations.
Logistics Manager
Lifetime Products
02.2011 - 11.2016
- Managed multi-department team of over 50 employees across traffic, dispatch, and transportation.
- Established CTPAT certification processes and training programs to enhance security compliance.
- Standardized operational processes in alignment with ISO-9000 standards for quality assurance.
Education
BS - Operation Management, Logstics and Transportation
Southern New Hampshire University
08.2019
Skills
- ITAR, EAR, OFAC, ATF & HTS/Schedule B
- Current or Prior Certifications: Empowered Official, UK and EU level 2 trade compliance certification, ATF trusted individual, security clearance, hazmat, six sigma green belt
- FMS, FTZ, Fairy Flight, and Launch Campaign experience
- Cross-functional team and project management
- Development of standardized processes and auditing programs to meet business needs
- Software Proficiencies: OCR EASE, SAP, GTS, Costpoint, Descartes, SharePoint, Microsoft Project Management, Microsoft Suite
Timeline
Manager of International Trade and Compliance
Doncasters LLC
10.2023 - Current
Senior International Trade Compliance Analyst
Northrop Grumman
11.2016 - 09.2023
Logistics Manager
Lifetime Products
02.2011 - 11.2016
BS - Operation Management, Logstics and Transportation
Southern New Hampshire University