Export Trade Compliance Manager

Plexus is hiring an Export Trade Compliance Manager to lead the development and ongoing improvement of its global export control and compliance program. The role reports to the Sr. Manager - International Trade Controls and works closely with Legal, Customer Management, and IT. It is based in the United States and pays USD 97,900 to 146,900 per year.

This is a fit for someone with a trade compliance or export controls background who can handle high-risk cross-border technology questions, build compliance frameworks that scale, and communicate clearly with executives. The posting says the successful candidate will lead a growing team.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional resolution of high-visibility, high-risk trade compliance and operational problems, acting as the primary global escalation point for issues that need advanced risk assessment and stakeholder management.
• Oversee complex global export licensing and manage the authorization process from requirements capture through application, technology control plan (TCP), and proviso planning and implementation.
• Monitor regulatory shifts and define multi-jurisdictional trade mitigation strategies, commodity jurisdictions, and ECCN determinations.
• Provide strategic leadership on deemed export compliance controls, including ways to share and control technical data with suppliers compliantly and programs for foreign visitors at facilities globally.
• Support development, implementation, and monitoring of global governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards.
• Drive internal audits, risk assessments, compliance reviews, and restricted party screening and sanctions due diligence to improve visibility, metrics, and efficiency.
• Build partnerships with business leaders, legal counsel, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Mentor developing team members and contribute to the function's long-term succession planning.

What they are looking for

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. A focus on legal research and regulatory interpretation is highly valued.
• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of related experience in trade compliance, export controls, international business, or legal frameworks is preferred.
• An intellectually curious problem solver who works well in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated ability to handle situations where answers are not immediately clear and priorities compete.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and organizational levels.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply unfamiliar technical, regulatory, or business concepts.

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to serve as an Empowered Official (EO) if required.
• CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer) certification is highly desired.
• Experience with export controls, export licensing, sanctions compliance, or related regulatory frameworks such as EAR and ITAR.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, governance activities, or risk management programs.
• Experience with process improvement, automation, data analytics, or technology-enabled business transformation.

Pay and benefits

The annual compensation range is USD 97,900 to 146,900. The salary offered within that range depends on geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements, and skill level. Plexus offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and professional development. The company also says it prioritizes work-life balance and offers perks to enhance the team member experience.

Work environment and travel

This is a professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise. It may require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk using a computer and other office equipment. Travel is less than 0 to 15%.

About Plexus

Plexus partners with Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences, and Industrial companies to design, manufacture, and service products including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle charging solutions. The company's stated values are Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence, and Creating Customer Success. Plexus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen and/or background check.