Director of Import/Export Compliance

Irvine, California • Direct Hire • March 18, 2026 • 86646

Job Title: Director of Import/Export Compliance

Job ID:  86646

Location: (Irvine or Carlsbad, CA – Onsite; U.S. Persons Only) 

Overview: We are partnering with our innovative and established adventure/sports products manufacturing client to locate an experienced and savvy Trade Compliance SME. In this full-time, direct hire, onsite permanent leadership position, with a high degree of cross-functional collaboration, you will be the senior authority responsible for overseeing the company’s global:

  • Import Compliance (Strong)
  • Export Compliance (Advanced Working Knowledge)
  • Strategy, Leadership & Governance
  • Sanctions & Restricted Party Compliance
  • Risk Management, Audits & Regulatory Engagement
  • Systems, Data & Transformation
What you will be doing: Lead a global/multi-regional team of trade professionals to govern compliance frameworks and internal controls, drive digital and systems transformation, and serve as the primary liaison with government agencies and regulators. You will define and execute enterprise trade compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to U.S. and international trade regulations, while partnering with executive leadership to mitigate regulatory risks while enabling efficient global commerce.

What you should have:
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in international trade compliance within a multinational organization, global consulting firm, or law firm.
  • Education: Advanced degree (MBA, MS, JD, or LL.M. in International Trade) preferred or a Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Law, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field.
  • Regulatory Expertise:
    • Customs and import compliance (core)
    • Export controls under ITAR and EAR
    • OFAC sanctions compliance
  • Licensed Customs Broker (LCB).
Work Environment: The onsite office in Irvine, CA is relaxed, with “snappy casual” dress or better. People assimilate and work well together. Will be mostly 4 days onsite in either Irvine or Carlsbad.

Salary/Rate Range: $175K - $200K (plus 20% annual bonus)
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com 
 

Share This Job

Related Jobs