Export Compliance Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Export Compliance Specialist to ensure all international shipments and business activities comply with U.S. export regulations and global trade requirements. This individual will play a critical role in supporting cross-functional teams by overseeing export documentation, screening transactions, managing compliance records, and mitigating trade compliance risks.
The ideal candidate will have experience navigating export regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with operations, supply chain, logistics, and customer-facing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations, including EAR (Export Administration Regulations), ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), and OFAC requirements.
• Review and approve export transactions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Screen customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, and other parties against restricted and denied party lists.
• Classify products using ECCN (Export Control Classification Numbers) and HTS codes.
• Prepare, review, and maintain export documentation including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, export licenses, and shipping records.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers to support international shipments.
• Support export license applications and renewals as needed.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.
• Investigate potential compliance concerns and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Partner with supply chain, procurement, customer service, sales, and legal teams to ensure compliant business practices.
• Assist with trade compliance training and awareness initiatives throughout the organization.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 68+ years of progressive experience within export compliance, international trade controls, regulatory affairs, or a closely related discipline.
• Working knowledge of EAR, ITAR, OFAC sanctions, export licensing, ECCN classifications, controlled technical data, deemed export requirements, trade compliance auditing, and risk management.
• Experience supporting complex regulatory environments such as advanced manufacturing, technology, semiconductor, aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries.
• Ability to interpret regulations and provide clear recommendations when dealing with incomplete information or ambiguous requirements.
• Executive communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical compliance topics to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional and regional teams without relying on direct reporting authority.
• Experience handling high-visibility or time-sensitive compliance matters where creative problem-solving and sound judgment are required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience serving as, or demonstrated ability to qualify as, an Empowered Official (EO).
• Global trade compliance experience extending beyond the United States.
• Experience supporting the Americas region within a larger global trade organization.
• Professional certifications such as CUSECO or Licensed Customs Broker.
• Experience with Global Trade Management (GTM) systems, compliance technology, workflow automation, or process-improvement initiatives.
• Experience mentoring team members or preparing for broader leadership responsibilities.

Work Environment
Work will be conducted Monday through Friday during standard business hours. This is a fully remote position, with a location preference for individuals residing in the Central or Eastern Time Zone.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Neenah, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $122000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Offers 2 high deductible health plans that include a tax-advantaged health savings account (HSA), as well as a traditional medical plan401(k) Retirement PlanLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Insurance
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Neenah, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.