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Forterra

Robot type
Autonomous Vehicle · Defense
Location
ArlingtonVirginiaUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Oct 19, 2026
Full-time

Global Trade Manager

Job description

We are seeking a Global Trade Manager to own the day-to-day operation of Forterra’s export and import compliance program, and serve as the company’s primary trade compliance authority. This person coordinates licensing for our products, software, and technical data for international programs; keeps our classifications accurate; guides Growth, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management coworkers through controlled transactions; and protects the company’s ability to do business abroad. The role combines licensing and shipment work with program ownership, including policy, training, auditing, and continuous improvement.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Eight (8) or more years of export and import compliance experience.
  • Deep knowledge of the ITAR and EAR, and working knowledge of U.S. customs regulations and OFAC sanctions.
  • Experience preparing, or familiarity with, DSP-5s, TAAs, and MLAs in DECCS and license applications in SNAP-R.
  • Demonstrated experience classifying products, software, and technical data under the USML and CCL with the assistance of external counsel and/or consultants.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as export licenses and TAAs.
  • Experience writing and implementing trade compliance policies, procedures, and training.
  • Experience working with DDTC, BIS, CBP, DoD, international customers, freight forwarders, and outside counsel.
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