Global trade compliance manager in Georgetown, Texas, United States

Job Information

Responsibilities:

Regulatory Oversight: Manage and execute all aspects of international trade compliance, including export controls, import regulations, and global trade management.
Classification and Licensing: Perform hands-on product classification under EAR and ITAR. Prepare, submit, and manage all necessary export licenses, technical assistance agreements, and government authorizations.
Program Development: Design, implement, and audit internal trade compliance programs (ICP) to mitigate risk and ensure "best-in-class" operational standards.
Transactional Management: Analyze and oversee complex import/export transactions, ensuring all documentation and regulatory filings are accurate and timely.
External Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies (CBP, BIS, DDTC, etc.).
Business Advisory: Act as an internal consultant to Sales, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams, providing clear guidance on sanctions, restricted party screening, and shipping requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field (or 11+ years of equivalent professional experience).
Experience: * 7+ years of progressive experience in international trade compliance or export controls.
- Direct, hands-on experience with ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions, and Foreign Trade Regulations.
- Proven track record of managing complex licensing and regulatory filings.
- Experience auditing compliance programs and identifying areas for process improvement.
Technical Skills: * Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS experience is a significant plus).
- Advanced mastery of Microsoft Office Suite.
Core Competencies:
- Decision Making: Ability to independently evaluate compliance risks and make defensible, ethical decisions.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to distill complex legal jargon into actionable business documentation.
- Analytical Thinking: Highly detail-oriented with the ability to spot discrepancies in international shipping and regulatory data.

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