Trade Compliance Manager

Danaher Corporation

Trade Compliance Manager leading compliance operations at Molecular Devices, supporting global trade compliance initiatives. Managing regulatory adherence in customs and export for U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day trade compliance operational activities for Molecular Devices within the US and Canada and support the trade compliance function globally
Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Logistics, R&D, Quality and other key stakeholders to provide subject matter expertise on trade compliance requirements, ensure alignment with all applicable trade laws and internal trade compliance policies and procedures
Lead key tariff mitigation and duty saving strategies, including first sale, duty drawback, country of origin determinations, reconciliation, Section 232 tariffs assessments, and cost-avoidance initiatives that support the financial business objectives and supply chain flows
Develop, implement, and continuously improve trade compliance programs, policies, SOPs, and internal controls for U.S., Canada, and Europe to strengthen organizational capability and ensure consistent compliance standards globally
Proactively identify, assess, and execute process improvements and value-add opportunities that enhance compliance efficiency, minimize regulatory risk exposure, and drive cost reductions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required with 6+ years of experience in customs, export controls, or related field
Proficient knowledge of US export regulations, including the EAR, Census, OFAC sanctions, Commerce Control List, ECCN classification, export licensing, and restricted party screening
Advanced expertise in U.S. customs regulations, including customs valuation, HTS classification, country of origin determination, and import compliance requirements
Working knowledge of the Canadian and EU import and export trade regulations and their application in day-to-day operational and regulatory decision making
Demonstrated experience in implementing tariff mitigation strategies, such as free trade agreements, duty drawback, reconciliation, and similar cost-reduction programs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k) to eligible employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

Customs RegulationsEAR ComplianceHTS ClassificationECCN ClassificationExport LicensingRestricted Party ScreeningDuty DrawbackCountry of Origin DeterminationImport ComplianceRegulatory Decision Making

Soft Skills

CollaborationCross-Functional CommunicationProblem SolvingStakeholder EngagementAnalytical Thinking