Trade Compliance Operations Leader (f/m/d)

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a hands-on and process-driven Trade Compliance Operations Leader (f/m/d) to manage the daily execution of export compliance activities across global operations. This role is essential in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant export transactions while maintaining alignment with international trade regulations.

At GE HealthCare, our machines, our software, our solutions, our services, and our people make a genuine difference to medical professionals and patients all over the world. That’s because we never lose sight of what healthcare really needs—the human touch.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day execution of import/export compliance processes, including export screening, License application and shipment release.
• Ensure timely and accurate Restricted Party List Screening (RPLS), embargoed country checks, and assignment of required classification and country of origin values.
• Coordinate with logistics, order management, and warehouse teams to ensure compliant and efficient shipments.
• Develop KPIs and manage process to drive continuous improvement in cycle time and compliance.
• Monitor export transactions for holds and escalate potential compliance issues.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation and responses to inquiries.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for trade compliance workflows.
• Train and support operational teams on Customs compliance requirements and system usage.
• Collaborate with IT and compliance teams to optimize trade compliance tools and automation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in export compliance operations or international logistics.
• Working knowledge of U.S. export regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC) and global equivalents.
• Experience with export documentation, classification, licensing, and screening processes.
• Proficiency in export compliance systems (e.g., SAP GTS, OCR, Descartes, Visual Compliance).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting audits and maintaining compliance documentation.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with trade compliance software (e.g., Oracle GTM, SAP GTS, Amber Road, Descartes)
• Experience in a high-volume export environment or regulated industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, electronics).
• Lean / Six Sigma experience as either required or desired? Someone with statistical experience driving defect reduction via root cause pareto
• Familiarity with automation and process improvement in export operations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to train non-compliance personnel.
• Professional certifications such as CUSECO, EXIM, or Licensed Customs Broker are a plus.

If you are interested in learning more we are looking forward to your online-application!

Don't meet all the requirements? We are aware that there is almost never a perfect profile. You can learn (almost) anything as long as you are interested and enjoy new topics and challenges. In short: we look forward to receiving your application, even if you do not yet meet the requirements 100%!

About us

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator with over 100 years of healthcare industry experience and around 50,000 employees globally. We enable clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by our Edison intelligence platform. We operate at the center of an ecosystem working toward precision health - digitizing healthcare, helping drive productivity and improving outcomes for patients, providers, health systems and researchers around the world.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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