Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Primary Duties

• Review international shipments, orders, and technical data transfers to ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations
• Determine export licensing requirements and guide compliant movement of products, technology, and information
• Evaluate export scenarios and determine when licensing, restrictions, or escalation is required based on risk and regulatory requirements
• Liaison/facilitate and prepare export license applications (e.g., DSP-5, DSP-61, BIS-748P) and support related regulatory filings as needed
• Track license approvals, provisos, and conditions, ensuring ongoing compliance and timely reporting
• Provide guidance and maintain product classifications and compliance documentation, including export jurisdiction and screening activities
• Provide compliance oversight and guidance across multiple U.S. business units, ensuring consistency in processes and decision-making
• Advises and partners with business development and cross-functional teams on export and import requirements
• Support the development and continuous improvement of compliance procedures, tools, and documentation
• Support internal and external audits, including tracking and helping drive closure of corrective actions
• Develop and maintain reporting on licensing activity and compliance metrics for key stakeholders
• Deliver training and guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements and best practices

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Supply Chain, Logistics), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-10 years of experience in export/trade compliance
• Hands-on experience applying ITAR and/or EAR regulations in real-world scenarios
• Experience with export licensing processes (DDTC and/or BIS)
• Experience supporting audits, compliance processes, or regulatory reporting
• Strong ability to interpret complex regulations and provide practical guidance to the business
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment
• Periodic travel required between U.S. sites throughout the year
• SAP experience, beneficial