Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Recruiting Solutions; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Trade Compliance Recruiting Solutions is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead import/export compliance at a high-volume site near Cleveland, OH. The role oversees ITAR/EAR licensing, EEI processing, and documentation to ensure adherence to applicable customs and government rules.

The position is in-office near Cleveland, OH and requires strong collaboration with logistics, shipping, and legal teams to manage international shipments and auditing programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or an associate degree with a trade compliance background.
• 5+ years of export compliance experience with ITAR and EAR.
• Experience with U.S. Department of State and Department of Commerce regulations.
• Strong documentation, audit and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the Corporate Code of Conduct and Export Compliance Manual.
• Maintain and enforce internal trade compliance processes and policies.
• Review and approve export/import documentation, including EEI processing.
• Manage export licenses, exceptions, exemptions.
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions.
• Develop procedures and controls with regional trade leaders.
• Deliver trade compliance training to site employees.
• Partner with logistics, shipping, and legal on international shipments.
• Complete regulatory reporting, filings, and recordkeeping.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement process updates as needed.

Skills

ITAR compliance

EAR compliance

EEI filing

ECCN/HTS knowledge

Export licenses

Internal audits

Trade regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate degree with trade compliance background

Tools

ACE system

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Trade Compliance Manager will lead the import and export compliance activities at a high-volume manufacturing site, including ITAR/EAR licensing and export documentation to ensure adherence to all applicable customs and government agencies rules and regulations.

This is an in-office position based near Cleveland, OH.

EXPECTATIONS

• Comply with the Corporate Code of Conduct and Export Compliance Manual
• Maintain and enforce internal trade compliance processes and policies
• Review and approve export and import documentation, including EEI processing
• Manage export licenses, exceptions, and exemptions
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions
• Develop procedures and controls with the regional trade leaders
• Deliver trade compliance training to site employees
• Partner with logistics, shipping, and legal on international shipments
• Complete regulatory reporting, filings, and recordkeeping
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement process updates as needed

ESSENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or Associate's degree with trade compliance background
• 5+ years of export compliance experience, specifically with ITAR and EAR
• Experience working with U.S. Dept. of State and Dept. of Commerce export regulations
• Solid understanding of international shipping documentation, EEI filing, and export licensing
• Strong knowledge of ECCN/HTS classification and U.S. Customs rules
• Experience conducting internal audits and delivering compliance training
• Attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Able to work independently and in teams to multitask, prioritize, and make deadlines
• Proficient in ACE system and Microsoft Office Suite