Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. The Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance leads 5.11’s global trade compliance program, defining enterprise-wide policies and guiding cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Develop and lead 5.11’s global trade compliance strategy, policies, and control framework
• Own global product classification governance, including HTS, ECCN, and country of origin determinations
• Lead export controls and sanctions compliance (EAR, OFAC; ITAR as applicable)
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex trade compliance matters and provide clear, risk-based guidance
• Evaluate new markets, customers, and product initiatives to identify compliant paths for growth
• Oversee U.S. import and export compliance operations, including FTZ administration, audit readiness, and transaction accuracy
• Act as liaison with U.S. Customs and other regulatory authorities
• Lead duty, tariff, and trade program strategies, including Duty Drawback, First Sale for Export, and Free Trade Agreements
• Establish and maintain denied party screening and sanctions compliance processes across the organization
• Build and scale compliance infrastructure, including SOPs, systems (e.g., ERP integrations), and reporting mechanisms
• Partner with Product, Sales, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to embed compliance into business processes

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time
• Casual Dress Code
• Employee Discounts