Semtech

Head of Global Trade Compliance

Semtech

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: San Jose • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $250,000 - $275,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • 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

  • 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
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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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