Global Trade Compliance Manager
GLOBAL TRADE COMPLIANCE MANAGER
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for global trade compliance and international operations?
Sensient is looking for an experienced Global Trade Compliance Manager to lead and drive our global customs and trade compliance strategy across a diverse and dynamic international footprint.
In this highly visible and impactful role, you will ensure Sensient’s global operations comply with international customs laws and regulations, as well as U.S. and EU sanctions regimes. Your expertise will guide the classification, labeling, import, and export of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods—primarily across the U.S., EU, UK, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, and Asia-Pacific.
Thrive in this opportunity through:
Global Impact: Shape and influence trade compliance across more than a dozen countries and regions.
Strategic Leadership: Be the architect of compliance frameworks that directly support operational excellence and international expansion.
Collaborative Culture: Work cross-functionally with legal, operations, supply chain, logistics, and external partners.
Continuous Innovation: Bring best practices, automation, and strategic insights to the forefront of Sensient’s global trade program.
What You’ll Do:
- Establish and enforce global trade compliance policies and internal controls in line with U.S., EU, and other international import/export regulations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive procedures and manuals to ensure organizational adherence to customs laws and regulatory practices.
- Oversee global product classification (HTSUS, Schedule B, ECCN) and provide guidance to brokers and forwarders to support timely and accurate trade operations.
- Lead compliance monitoring and audit programs, including formal site assessments, risk gap analysis, and customs inquiries or disclosures.
- Manage standardized recordkeeping and represent Sensient in all customs matters with U.S., EU, and other global authorities.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of relevant industry experience in international trade and compliance required; U.S. Customs Broker license and export compliance certification preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in trade operations and regulatory compliance, including deep knowledge of U.S. and foreign trade laws.
- Expert in product classification and tariff strategies, with strong working knowledge of HTSUS, Schedule B, EU trade regulations, and related resources.
- Technically proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems (JDE preferred); capable of translating complex trade concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
- Strong problem-solver and communicator, able to work independently and collaboratively with global teams across all organizational levels.
What You’ll Get:
- An opportunity to lead Sensient’s global entities by minimizing regulatory risk and maximizing corporate efficiency.
- A collaborative work environment where your expertise will be valued and directly impact business success.
- Ability to collaborate with peers and colleagues in office 5 days a week.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a dynamic, innovative company.
About Sensient:
Sensient Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.
The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $170,000. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay.
Sponsorship: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the USA without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
Third Party Agency:Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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