Sr. Compliance Manager

Job Title:
Sr. Compliance Manager

Location:

Remote

IPS Corporation is a global, market-leading provider of Water and Flow Management Solutions for applications where failure is not an option. Founded in 1954 in Los Angeles, CA, IPS began by producing clear cements for laminating acrylic sheets for aircraft canopies. We were first to produce reliable cement for use with PVC, CPVC, and ABS pipe and fittings, and first to introduce plastic recessed washing machine and ice maker outlet boxes.

Since then, we have expanded our offering to more than 10,000+ products and solutions across multiple fast-growth industries such as residential and commercial construction, irrigation, pool & spa, marine or industrial manufacturing.

Today our industry leading products are proudly manufactured at facilities throughout the world and available through a nationwide network of customer-focused distributors. We offer premium brands, world-class customer service, seamless processes, and a global supply chain. IPS, through its two operating companies, operates 14 manufacturing plants in the US, Europe and China supporting sales to over 85 countries.

IPS Corporation is a portfolio company that is part of Centerbridge Partners. Centerbridge Partners, L.P., is a private investment management firm employing a flexible approach across investment disciplines — private equity, private credit, and real estate — in an effort to develop the most attractive opportunities for its investors. The Firm was founded in 2005 and has approximately $36 billion in capital under management with offices in New York and London.

Centerbridge is dedicated to partnering with world-class management teams across targeted industry sectors and geographies. For more information, please visit

IPS Corporation is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Compliance Manager to lead the company's global compliance, regulatory affairs, product stewardship, trade compliance, and sustainability programs. This highly visible role partners closely with Legal, Operations, Supply Chain, Product Development, Quality, and Executive Leadership to ensure compliance with domestic and international regulations while supporting business growth and global expansion.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in chemical regulatory compliance, international trade compliance, export controls, risk management, and compliance program development.

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring our company's adherence to international trade regulations, import and export controls, and compliance standards. This role will be responsible for accurately classifying products under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), determining country of origin, managing export licensing classifications, reviewing terms and conditions (e.g., anti-boycott regulations), and staying updated on embargoed countries / denied parties and trade regulations (including REACH and RoHS) in addition to other required compliance areas.

• Lead global regulatory compliance and product stewardship programs including manage Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), GHS Labeling, poison control notifications and hazard communication requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations including TSCA, REACH, UK REACH, RoHS, Proposition 65, PFAS, and other global chemical regulations.
• Monitor and assess emerging and changing regulations from EPA, OSHA, DOT, ECHA, and other global, national, regional, state, and local agencies to ensure continuous regulatory compliance and proactive implementation of applicable requirements.
• Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Classification:
• Accurately classify products according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) to ensure proper duty rates and compliance with customs regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the Operating Companies to gather product specifications and information for accurate classification.

• Country of Origin Determination:
• Determine the correct country of origin for products, considering various factors such as manufacturing processes, component sourcing, and value-added criteria.
• Maintain…