Trade Compliance Manager

HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW

The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring adherence to U.S. Customs, ITAR, EAR, and other trade regulations while managing international shipping documentation, export licensing, and internal compliance processes.

This is an in-office position based near Utica, NY.

EXPECTATIONS
• Comply with the company Code of Conduct and Export Compliance Manual
• Oversee site trade compliance activities, ensuring adherence to ITAR, EAR, and import regulations
• Maintain and enforce internal trade compliance processes and policies
• Review and approve international shipment documentation, including commercial invoices & EEI
• Conduct regular internal audits, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
• Develop and deliver trade compliance training to site employees
• Collaborate with regional trade compliance leadership on procedures, controls, and best practices
• Manage and maintain export licenses, exceptions, and exemptions
• Work closely with logistics, shipping, and legal partners on international shipments
• Monitor changes in export and import regulations and implement updates

ESSENTIALS
• 5+ years of trade compliance experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or Associate's degree with 7+ years of experience
• Understanding of international shipping documentation (commercial invoice, AWB/BOL, licenses)
• Experience working with the U.S. Department of State (ITAR) and the Department of Commerce (EAR)
• Knowledge of automated compliance tools and ACE system
• Thorough understanding of Import and export regulations, including HTS/ECCN classification
• Excellent communication skills with ability to build trusted relationships
• Strong data analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills