Trade Compliance Manager

IDEX•Portage, MI

About The Position

The Trade Compliance Manager will lead the trade compliance program for Micro-LAM and 603OPTX and serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day compliance needs. The role is responsible for U.S. import, export, and customs compliance and supports compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), including NIST SP 800-171. The position reports to the Director of Compliance, Global Space & Defense (GS&D), and works closely with Micro-LAM and 603OPTX leadership, IDEX Corporate Compliance, and functions including Operations, Commercial, Finance, Engineering, Logistics, and Sourcing. Success requires managing a broad range of compliance responsibilities in a fast-paced, multitasking environment with strong organization, attention to detail, process discipline, and responsiveness. Micro-LAM and 603OPTX are businesses within the Materials Science Solutions platform of IDEX’s Health & Science Technologies segment. The role also coordinates with other IDEX global space and defense businesses in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and the Netherlands.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong understanding of U.S. export and import regulations.
Experience with ITAR, EAR, customs regulations, licensing, government contracting, and international trade compliance areas such as anti-boycott and PGA partners.
Knowledge of logistics, operations, and shipping procedures and documents.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
Knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures, including Accounts Receivable.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to read design and print layouts.
Ability to provide training to employees.
Regular travel to the sister location in Keene, New Hampshire is required.
Applicants may need to qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR or EAR requirements for access to controlled goods and technologies.

Responsibilities

Administer and drive compliance with applicable U.S. ITAR, EAR, and customs requirements.
Oversee import and export compliance programs, including access and visitor controls, controlled technology, data and product transfers, recordkeeping, training, and prompt escalation of potential violations.
Coordinate with other IDEX global space and defense businesses by implementing practical controls for controlled products, technical data, suppliers, customers, and cross-border collaborations.
Support identification, handling, marking, flow-down, and protection of CUI and export-controlled technical data.
Support compliance with federal cybersecurity standards, including NIST SP 800-171, and coordinate with IT, cybersecurity, engineering, operations, and other functions on CMMC readiness and compliance.
Provide guidance and coordinate process-improvement efforts with functional areas such as Supply Chain, Program Management, Transportation and Logistics, and Security.
Maintain and administer documentation validation for special trade programs and other governmental agency certificates.
Oversee Customs Broker and freight-forwarder activities, audit and verify import/export documents (including 7501s, EEIs, invoices, and manufacturing affidavits), and expedite customs-delayed shipments.
Participate in product jurisdiction and classification reviews for all products.
Identify compliance gaps and implement resolutions.
Identify and provide appropriate import/export training for functional teams.
Review import and export activities for compliance with U.S. customs regulations.
Support compliance with General Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR).
Perform other duties as required.