Strategic Global Trade Compliance Manager

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager for its Santa Ana, CA operations. You will oversee the U.S. export compliance program, support import/export processes, and minimize regulatory risk while aligning with global business goals.

You will collaborate across Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Finance and Group companies, manage classifications (ECCN/Schedule B), screening, and liaison with brokers. Strong communication required.

Qualifications

• Develop and maintain export/import compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct restricted party screenings and classify commodities for export/import (ECCN/Schedule B).
• Coordinate international freight movements and work with freight forwarders and customs brokers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the U.S. Export Compliance Program to minimize regulatory risk.
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Finance, and Group companies.
• Oversee daily import/export operations and supervise Import/Export team.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and maintain documentation for audits.

Skills

Export controls

Import regulations

Policy development

ECCN/Schedule B classification

Vendor relations

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SNAP-R

ACE

ERP systems

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager for its Santa Ana, CA operations. You will oversee the U.S. export compliance program, support import/export processes, and minimize regulatory risk while aligning with global business goals.

You will collaborate across Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Finance and Group companies, manage classifications (ECCN/Schedule B), screening, and liaison with brokers. Strong communication required.