Principal Specialist, Trade Compliance

GlobalFoundries

. Own day to day export compliance execution and provide timely, practical guidance to business teams, logistics, sales and customer service, freight forwarders, customers, suppliers, and service providers .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeMalta • New York • United StatesLead💰 $84,000 - $144,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in export compliance execution, including export classification, license management, and adherence to U.S. regulations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and provide actionable guidance on compliance requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Export Compliance ExecutionExport Classification (ECCN/EAR99)Export Administration Regulations (EAR)U.S. Sanctions Programs (OFAC)Trade Compliance Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Export LicensingInternal ControlsRecordkeeping RequirementsTariff ClassificationCustoms ValuationData AnalysisRisk AuditsCompliance Procedures DevelopmentGTM/GTS ComplianceBIS Submissions

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProject Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Oracle GTMSAP GTSTrade Compliance Tools

Industry Keywords

Export ComplianceInternational Trade OperationsHighly Regulated ManufacturingSemiconductor IndustryCustoms Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own day to day export compliance execution and provide timely, practical guidance to business teams, logistics, sales and customer service, freight forwarders, customers, suppliers, and service providers
Review and release export transactions, including resolution of GTM/GTS compliance blocks and urgent or high priority shipments
Determine and validate export classifications (ECCN/EAR99) for products, wafers, samples, technology, software, and equipment
Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications, license exception usage, and license conditions
Oversee restricted party, end use, and end user screening; investigate potential matches and red flags; support due diligence and risk intelligence reviews
Conduct risk based audits of export transactions, AES/EEI filings, and supporting documentation
Develop, maintain, and improve export compliance procedures, records, controls, and operating practices
Advise on export control and sanctions requirements for hand carries, samples, documents, technology transfers, and deemed exports
Assess internal controls, identify root causes and compliance gaps, and drive corrective and preventive actions
Translate complex export control requirements into actionable guidance and operating requirements
Support import compliance execution, including reconciliation of customs broker entries and post summary corrections
Review ACE reports and import data and coordinate with customs brokers to resolve errors and duty issues
Support tariff matters and CTPAT program activities
Lead cross functional trade compliance projects and contribute to systems enhancements and process transformation
Design and deliver training and practical guidance on export and import compliance requirements
Lead resolution of complex operational issues and implement improvements to processes, systems, and controls
Develop recommendations affecting operations, costs, customers, and cross functional processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree
Five years of progressively responsible experience in export compliance, trade compliance, or international trade operations
Advanced working knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), U.S. sanctions programs (OFAC), export licensing, internal controls, and recordkeeping requirements
Working knowledge of U.S. import regulations and customs operations, including tariff classification, customs valuation, country of origin, and CBP recordkeeping requirements
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, coordinate cross functional work, influence without direct authority, and guide business partners or less experienced colleagues
Strong analytical, investigative, problem solving, and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and drive complex issues to timely resolution
Professional fluency in written and spoken English
Proficiency with trade compliance, screening, and data analysis tools; ability to learn and apply new systems quickly
Hands on experience with export classification, license applications and management, and BIS submissions
Up to 10% travel
Semiconductor industry experience or experience in another highly regulated, technology focused manufacturing environment (preferred)
Experience with Oracle GTM and SAP GTS (preferred)