Senior Manager, Compliance

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Lead and support the Director, Trade Compliance in implementing and enhancing GXO’s global trade compliance program .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in U.S. trade compliance, including ITAR, EAR, and customs regulations, while effectively influencing stakeholders and implementing compliance controls across operations. Proficient in managing compliance risks and enhancing processes for import/export operations within North and South America.

Highest-signal resume keywords

U.S. Import/Export RegulationsITAR ComplianceEAR ComplianceCustoms ComplianceU.S. Customs Software

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Hard Skills

Export RegulationsCustoms RegulationsEconomic Sanctions RegulationsRestricted Party ScreeningEnhanced Due DiligenceCompliance AuditsACE FilingsEEI FilingsFree Trade QualificationLogistics Knowledge

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeCustoms Software

Industry Keywords

Trade ComplianceDDTC RegistrationBIS RegulationsDCSAFAR ComplianceDEFAR Compliance3PL ExperienceUSMCAIMMEX

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support the Director, Trade Compliance in implementing and enhancing GXO’s global trade compliance program
Serve as the lead United States trade compliance subject matter expert
Establish and enhance export/import compliance standards, guidelines and monitoring procedures for U.S. operations
Implement and assess ITAR/EAR, import and customs compliance controls through training, communication and process improvements
Identify and address compliance risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with operational leadership, customers and functional teams to implement trade compliance controls
Maintain DDTC registration and reporting requirements with internal stakeholders and external counsel
Oversee ITAR- and EAR-regulated operations, risk mitigation and process improvements
Monitor and interpret ITAR, EAR, customs and sanctions regulatory developments
Provide operational and reporting support for ACE-related queries
Support business units with import, export, sanctions and customs compliance matters
Standardize trade compliance processes for North and South American offices
Review and enhance Restricted Party Screening and Enhanced Due Diligence processes
Support internal investigations and coordinate corrective actions
Assist with compliance audits, visits, reviews, awareness and training on the GXO Code of Business Ethics, anti-bribery and anti-trust policies
Travel primarily within the USA

Requirements

What 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, EAR and customs regulations
Advanced knowledge of United States economic sanctions regulations, especially OFAC sanctions
General knowledge of U.S. Department of Commerce BIS and U.S. State Department DDTC export control regulations, and DCSA
Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 25%, primarily within the United States
Free trade qualification experience (USMCA and IMMEX) preferred
Knowledge of logistics and/or supply chain business preferred
Experience working with 3PL customers on import and export issues preferred
Knowledge of FAR and DEFAR compliance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans
COVID safety policies and safeguards
Pre-employment drug test may be required for conditional offers