Global Trade Operations Supervisor

Air Products Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Air Products Inc. is seeking a Classification and Controls Supervisor at the global headquarters in Allentown, PA. The role leads the trade compliance team, overseeing SAP GTS processes, HTN/ECCN classifications, and licensing activities.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in trade compliance, strong SAP GTS/ECC/HANA knowledge, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Supervisory experience is preferred, with opportunities to drive system enhancements and regulatory projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in trade compliance
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Experience with U.S. export/import regulations
• Bachelor’s degree or certifications in related field

Responsibilities

• Supervise global team handling GTS/SPL blocks and HTN/ECCN classifications
• Manage SAP GTS workflows for export/import compliance
• Classify materials and maintain ECCN and HTN codes
• Review and clear blocked orders; escalate issues as needed
• Collaborate on system enhancements and compliance projects
• Submit license applications and maintain regulatory records

Skills

SAP GTS

Trade compliance

Export controls

Regulatory knowledge

Team supervision

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP ECC/HANA

Job description

**About the Role** We’re seeking a Classification and Controls Supervisor to lead global trade compliance operations and manage SAP GTS (Global Trade Services) processes at our global headquarters in Allentown, PA. This role ensures accurate classification of materials, reviews shipments for regulatory compliance, and oversees a team responsible for embargo, sanctioned party, and licensing checks. **Key Responsibilities*** Supervise global team handling GTS/SPL blocks and Harmonized Tariff Number (HTN)/Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN) classifications.* Manage SAP GTS workflows for export/import compliance.* Classify materials and maintain ECCN and HTN codes.* Review and clear blocked orders; escalate issues as needed.* Collaborate on system enhancements and compliance projects.* Submit license applications and maintain regulatory records.**What We’re Looking For*** Expertise in SAP GTS and SAP ECC/HANA.* Strong knowledge of trade compliance; U.S. export/import regulation experience.* Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.* Minimum 7 years of relevant experience; supervisory experience preferred.* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, related field, or certifications.**Preferred Skills*** Strategic mindset and ability to lead global teams.* Additional language proficiency is a plus. **What We Offer** We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits for our employees.* Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment* 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions* Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time* Paid parental leave* Adoption assistance* Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)* Health Savings Account* Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D