Head of Global Trade Compliance

Semtech

Head of Global Trade Compliance managing all international trade compliance activities for semiconductor business. Requires strong leadership and expertise in export controls, sanctions regulations, and customs compliance.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement comprehensive global trade compliance strategies, policies, and operational frameworks
Establish export control programs, sanctions compliance systems, and customs management processes across all business units and geographic regions
Lead the development of trade compliance key performance indicators, risk metrics, and program effectiveness measures
Ensure alignment between trade compliance strategies and broader business initiatives, risk management frameworks, and corporate governance systems
Direct export control classification programs for semiconductor products, technology, and software across all product lines
Lead implementation of deemed export controls, foreign national access programs, and technology security measures
Develop and maintain export classification databases, licensing tracking systems, and authorization management processes
Establish comprehensive sanctions compliance programs addressing OFAC, BIS, and international sanctions regimes
Direct customs compliance programs including classification, valuation, country of origin determination, and duty management
Lead free trade agreement utilization strategies, preferential trade program implementation, and duty optimization initiatives
Lead development and delivery of comprehensive trade compliance training programs for employees, management, and business partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field required
10-15+ years of progressive experience in international trade compliance with at least 5+ years in leadership roles
Deep expertise in export controls (EAR, ITAR), sanctions regulations (OFAC), customs compliance, and semiconductor industry trade requirements
Experience managing global trade compliance programs in technology or manufacturing industries
Proven track record of building and leading high-performing compliance teams
Strong knowledge of U.S. and international trade regulations, licensing processes, and government agency procedures
Expert knowledge of U.S. export control regulations (EAR, ITAR), sanctions programs (OFAC), customs regulations, and antiboycott laws
Deep understanding of semiconductor technology, dual-use controls, emerging technology restrictions, and critical technology regulations
Professional certifications highly valued (e.g., Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer, Licensed Customs Broker, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

export controlssanctions compliancecustoms managementtrade compliance key performance indicatorsrisk metricsexport classificationlicensing tracking systemsduty optimizationtechnology security measuresfree trade agreement utilization

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildingcommunicationstrategic alignmenttraining development

Certifications

Certified U.S. Export Compliance OfficerLicensed Customs Broker