Export Operations Supervisor

onsemi•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

onsemi is seeking an experienced, strategic Export Operations Supervisor to lead and strengthen its global export operations program. The role oversees U.S. and international export control activities, ensures compliance with applicable trade regulations, and develops and continuously improves export compliance processes across the organization. The supervisor serves as a subject matter expert supporting business operations, logistics, supply chain, engineering, procurement, legal, and sales. The position covers export licensing, commodity classifications, AES filing oversight, restricted-party screening, export-controls program development, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance initiatives. The company seeks someone with substantial experience building and managing export compliance programs in a multinational manufacturing environment, preferably in the semiconductor or high-technology industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or 10–15 years of progressive experience in Export Controls and Global Trade Compliance, including direct experience developing and managing export compliance programs.
10–15 years of experience in export controls, global trade compliance, or international trade operations.
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and managing corporate export compliance programs.
Extensive knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) requirements, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations, Census Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), deemed export requirements, and export licensing processes.
Advanced knowledge of AES filing requirements and Electronic Export Information (EEI) reporting.
Strong understanding of ECCN classification methodologies and export jurisdiction determinations.
Experience conducting internal compliance audits and managing corrective-action plans.
Proficiency with ACE reporting, SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft Office skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Experience leading projects and supervising team members.
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced global business environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, Legal Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience supporting semiconductor, electronics, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or technology industries.
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification.
Certified Export Specialist (CES) certification.
U.S. Export Compliance Officer Certification (ECOC).
Customs and trade compliance certifications from recognized industry organizations.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise daily export compliance operations supporting U.S. and global shipments.
Develop, implement, and maintain an export controls compliance program aligned with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements, and other applicable international regulations.
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for export control compliance across the organization.
Manage AES filing processes and ensure timely, accurate Electronic Export Information (EEI) submissions.
Review and determine Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) for products, technology, software, and manufacturing equipment.
Support export license determinations and applications, maintain records, and ensure compliance with licensing conditions.
Develop and maintain export compliance procedures, work instructions, and internal controls.
Collaborate on building the restricted-party screening program.
Conduct restricted-party screening reviews and resolve potential compliance concerns.
Partner with logistics providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies on export-related matters.
Lead internal export compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective-action initiatives.
Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting metrics for export compliance activities.
Train and mentor compliance team members and business stakeholders on export control requirements and best practices.
Provide export compliance guidance for mergers, acquisitions, new product introductions, facility expansions, and other strategic business initiatives.
Monitor regulatory changes and communicate their impacts to internal stakeholders.
Drive continuous process improvements through automation, technology solutions, and cross-functional collaboration.