Trade Strategy Manager

Amazon.com Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Seattle, WA seeks a trade compliance professional to own import/export compliance for industrial robotics, designing and monitoring programs across countries and regions, balancing regulatory rigor with rapid business scale.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives with Legal, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Engineering, drive automation opportunities, and educate leadership on compliance requirements through training and clear messaging.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience commensurate with extensive knowledge of handling imports and/or exports in accordance with foreign government regulations.
• 8+ years of direct experience with import/export compliance or global logistics or supply chain.
• 5+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive import and export compliance programs across multiple countries and regions.
• Partner with Amazon's regional teams to execute, drive, and enforce import/export processes across dedicated lanes, identifying opportunities for automation and technology enablement.
• Research and analyze trade requirements and regulatory obligations for new and existing markets.
• Work cross-functionally to help achieve execution against regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Deep dive complex regulator topics including customs valuation, duty mitigation, various supply chain models and complex trade barriers (product compliance, licenses, encryption and certification).
• Drive compliance program integration with IRG business teams and supply chain.
• Interface with cross-functional teams including Legal, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Engineering.
• Build and deliver training programs to enable business teams on trade compliance requirements.
• Educate leadership on the appropriate execution of compliance requirements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory research

Job description

Job ID: 10597830 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. Our teams are developing revolutionary solutions that integrate AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design — creating adaptable automation capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of robotics at unprecedented scale, collaborating with world-class engineers pushing the boundaries of robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.
Robotics Trade & Supply Chain Compliance (RTSCC) is looking for a trade compliance professional with strong operational leadership capabilities to take full ownership of import/export compliance for industrial robotics. In this role, you will design, implement, and monitor trade compliance processes — balancing regulatory rigor with the speed and scale our business demands.

You will drive strategic alignment by providing both near- and long-term considerations and their business impacts, clearly recommending trade-offs and priorities. When confronted with competing viewpoints, you will chart the best path forward and build consensus across stakeholders. Your decisions will balance risk mitigation with customer experience. You will pressure-test assumptions by engaging the right cross-functional partners and reviewing relevant metrics and benchmarks.

Key job responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive import and export compliance programs across multiple countries and regions
• Partner with Amazon's regional teams to execute, drive, and enforce import/export processes across dedicated lanes, identifying opportunities for automation and technology enablement
• Research and analyze trade requirements and regulatory obligations for new and existing markets
• Work cross-functionally to help achieve execution against regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Deep dive complex regulator topics including customs valuation, duty mitigation, various supply chain models and complex trade barriers (product compliance, licenses, encryption and certification)
• Drive compliance program integration with IRG business teams and supply chain
• Interface with cross-functional teams including Legal, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Engineering
• Build and deliver training programs to enable business teams on trade compliance requirements
• Educate leadership on the appropriate execution of compliance requirements

A day in the life

Your day will include a balance of strategic program development and tactical compliance guidance. You'll manage daily tasks such as providing import and export compliance guidance, conducting regulatory research, updating status reports, and coordinating team deliverables. You'll engage with regional compliance teams and business stakeholders to document requirements and iterate on processes as business needs evolve. This role requires collaboration across multiple functions to identify and resolve information or process gaps during the import process.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience commensurate with extensive knowledge of handling imports and/or exports in accordance with foreign government regulations
• 8+ years of direct experience with import/export compliance or global logistics or supply chain
• 5+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experience with industrial robotics

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experience with industrial robotics

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSU). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, WA, Seattle - 103,600.00 - 181,400.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.