Trade Compliance Senior Manager

Logistics at full potential. 

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Logistics at full potential

Strong leadership, management, and customer service are at the heart of our operations at GXO Logistics. As the Trade Compliance Senior Manager, you will lead and support the Director, Trade Compliance in the implementation and enhancement of GXO’s global trade compliance program while serving as the lead subject matter expert for the United States.

This role acts as a key regional subject matter expert, providing guidance to the business and ensuring compliance frameworks are effectively implemented and maintained.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, come join us at GXO!

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Lead the establishment and ongoing enhancement of export/import compliance standards, guidelines and monitoring procedures for GXO’s operations in the USA and in partnership with the Director, Trade Compliance and external trade compliance counsel.
• Drive the implementation and effectiveness of ITAR / EAR, import, and customs compliance control policies, procedures, and resources through training, communication, and process improvements.
• Proactively identify and address compliance risks, driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Partner with operational leadership, customers and functional teams to implement practical and effective trade compliance controls.
• Maintain compliance with DDTC registration and reporting requirements, working with internal stakeholders and external counsel as required.

• Oversee compliance with ITAR and EAR regulated operations, driving risk mitigation and process improvements. 

• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments (ITAR, EAR, customs, sanctions), ensuring the business remains informed and compliant.
• Provide operational and reporting support for queries related to ACE.
• Support business units with import, export, sanctions and customs compliance matters.
• Support the standardization of trade compliance processes and assist with trade compliance-related matters relevant to the North/South American offices.
• Review and enhance Restricted Party Screening and Enhanced Due Diligence processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support internal investigations into potential trade compliance issues and coordinate corrective actions where required.
• Support and assist with other aspects of the Compliance team work as required, such as compliance audits and visits, reviews, awareness and training on the GXO Code of Business Ethics and its associated policies, anti-bribery and anti-trust.
• The role will require travel primarily within the USA.
  
  

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• 7-10 years of work experience in U.S. import/export regulations and trade compliance.
• Strong expertise in U.S. customs software and systems, ACE and EEI filings.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across operational, commercial and corporate functions.
• Experience with Mexico and Canadian customs frameworks.
• Advanced knowledge of export regulations, ITAR and EAR and customs regulations.
• Advanced knowledge about United States economic sanctions regulations, with particular emphasis on the Office of Foreign Assets (OFAC) sanctions and general knowledge about U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry Security (BIS) and U.S. State Department, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) export control regulations, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)

• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Travel Requirement: up to 25% primarily within the United States.

It’d be great if you also have:

• Free trade qualification experience (USMCA and IMMEX)
• Knowledge of the logistics and / or supply chain business
• Experience working with 3PL customers on import and export issues
• Knowledge of FAR and DEFAR compliance

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.