Senior Trade Compliance Manager

GXO Logistics, Inc.

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

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of U.S. trade compliance regulations, including ITAR, EAR, and customs compliance, while effectively influencing stakeholders and implementing compliance controls across operational and commercial functions.

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 DiligenceACE FilingsEEI FilingsFree Trade QualificationFAR ComplianceDEFAR Compliance

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeCustoms Software

Industry Keywords

Trade ComplianceDDTC RegistrationBIS RegulationsDCSA3PL ExperienceLogisticsSupply Chain

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 and key regional subject matter expert
Establish and enhance export/import compliance standards, guidelines and monitoring procedures for U.S. operations
Implement and maintain 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 effective trade compliance controls
Maintain DDTC registration and reporting requirements with internal stakeholders and external counsel
Oversee ITAR- and EAR-regulated operations and drive risk mitigation and process improvements
Monitor and interpret regulatory developments involving ITAR, EAR, customs and sanctions
Provide operational and reporting support for ACE-related queries
Support business units with import, export, sanctions and customs compliance matters
Standardize trade compliance processes and support matters relevant to North and South American offices
Review and enhance Restricted Party Screening and Enhanced Due Diligence processes
Support internal investigations and coordinate corrective actions for trade compliance issues
Assist with compliance audits, visits, reviews, awareness and training on the GXO Code of Business Ethics and related policies, anti-bribery and anti-trust
Travel primarily within the United States

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, particularly 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 with 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)
Conditional offer recipients may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test

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 in accordance with CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements