Job Title: Trade Compliance Manager
Compensation: $55–$60 per hour (based on experience)
Location: On-site – San Jose, CA (North 1st Street)
Company: Kelly Services in Partnership w/Danaher – Molecular Devices
Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Mid-level)
Hours per Week: 40

About the Opportunity:
Molecular Devices, a Danaher company, is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Manager also known as a International Trade Compliance Manager to ensure our import/export operations meet all regulatory requirements and support our global business growth. This critical role partners with Legal, Supply Chain, Quality, and R&D teams, and reports to the LSIG Director, Trade Compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage all US and Canadian trade compliance operations, with support for Europe and other regions as business needs evolve.
  

• Serve as subject-matter expert on US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), OFAC sanctions, Commerce Control List (CCL), ECCN classification, licensing, and restricted party screening.
  

• Lead HTS classification and country of origin analyses for new product introductions and cross-border transactions.
  

• Design, implement, and continuously improve trade compliance programs, policies, training, and internal controls.
  

• Analyze and drive tariff mitigation, including free trade agreements, duty drawback programs, and cost reduction strategies.
  

• Liaise with government agencies and proactively monitor upcoming regulatory changes.
  

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to streamline compliance within product development and logistics.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in International Business, Supply Chain, Law, or related field strongly preferred.
  

• Minimum 6 years’ recent, hands-on experience owning trade compliance within a regulated manufacturing, life sciences, or technology company.
  

• Documented success crafting and managing compliance programs for US import/export; Canadian and EU experience a strong plus.
  

• Expert-level knowledge of US regulations (EAR, OFAC, HTS, ECCN, customs valuation) – clearly describe this experience in your application.
  

• Demonstrated leadership in tariff mitigation, duty drawback, free trade agreement utilization, and internal compliance audits.
  

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with C-TPAT, AEO or other supply chain security protocols.
  

• Direct interactions with US Customs & Border Protection, BIS, or OFAC.
  

• Advanced degree (JD, LLM, or MBA) or U.S. Customs Broker License.

To Apply:
Please submit a detailed resume highlighting your specific experience with US and international trade compliance, including program leadership and any specialized compliance certifications.

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