Export Trade Compliance Manager

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:$97,900.00 - $146,900.00Purpose Statement: The Export Compliance Manager reports to the Sr. Manager - International Trade Controls and will work closely with our Legal, Customer Management, and IT functions to lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the company’s global export control and compliance program. This role addresses a rapidly evolving regulatory environment affecting semiconductor manufacturing equipment, commercial aerospace, defense, space, and related technologies by building scalable compliance frameworks, translating complex requirements into operational controls, and advising on high-risk cross-border technology matters. The successful candidate will lead a growing team supporting business-critical, high-visibility issues, leveraging strong executive communication skills to help leaders make informed business decisions and shape a foundational compliance function supporting global infrastructure expansion.Key Job Accountabilities:Lead the cross-functional resolution of high-visibility, high-risk trade compliance and operational challenges, serving as the primary global escalation point for difficult compliance issues requiring advanced risk assessment and stakeholder management.Oversee complex global export licensing and manage the authorization process from requirements capture through application, technology control plan (TCP), and proviso planning and implementation. Monitor emerging regulatory shifts to define multi-jurisdictional trade mitigation strategies, commodity jurisdictions, and ECCN determinations.Provide strategic leadership on the design and implementation of solutions to enhance deemed export compliance controls. This includes providing solutions for appropriately sharing and controlling technical data with suppliers compliantly, and managing programs to facilitate foreign visitors at facilities globally.Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of global governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards. Drive internal audits, risk assessments, compliance reviews, and restricted party screening/sanctions due diligence to continuously improve organizational visibility, metrics, and efficiency.Build collaborative partnerships with business leaders, legal counsel, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to facilitate decision-making. Mentor developing team members and actively contribute to the function's long-term succession planning.Education/Experience Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is required (a focus on legal research and regulatory interpretation is highly valued). A minimum of 5–8 years of related experience in trade compliance, export controls, international business, or legal frameworks is preferred.Other Qualifications:An intellectually curious problem solver and leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments.Demonstrated ability to navigate situations where answers are not immediately clear and multiple competing priorities exist.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.Ability to rapidly learn and apply unfamiliar technical, regulatory, or business concepts.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to serve as an Empowered Official (EO) if required.CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer) certification is highly desired.Experience with export controls, export licensing, sanctions compliance, or related regulatory frameworks (e.g., EAR/ITAR).Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, governance activities, or risk management programs.Experience with process improvement, automation, data analytics, or technology-enabled business transformation initiatives.Physical Requirements:Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.Travel Requirements:Less than 0-15%This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.