Compliance Analyst

Job Title: Trade Compliance Manager

Location: On-site – San Jose, CA (North 1st Street)

Company: Danaher – Molecular Devices

Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Mid-level)

Hours per Week: 40

Anticipated Start Date: March 30, 2026

Anticipated End Date: October 2, 2026

Summary

Molecular Devices, a part of Danaher, is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead trade compliance efforts within our organization. As a key member of the Legal Compliance function, you will drive compliance with import/export regulations, optimize trade operations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position reports to the LSIG Director, Trade Compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day trade compliance operations for the US and Canada; support global trade compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, R&D, Quality, and other teams to ensure alignment with trade laws and internal policies.
• Lead tariff mitigation and duty-saving strategies (e.g., first sale, duty drawback, country of origin determination, Section 232 tariff assessments).
• Develop, implement, and improve trade compliance programs, policies, SOPs, and internal controls for the US, Canada, and Europe.
• Proactively identify and execute process improvements to minimize compliance risk and drive cost reduction.
• Provide expert guidance in all areas of trade compliance, including regulatory changes and industry best practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 6 years of relevant experience in customs, export controls, or related field.
• Proven track record managing trade compliance programs and cross-functional projects.
• Advanced knowledge of US export regulations (EAR, Census, OFAC sanctions, Commerce Control List, ECCN classification, export licensing, restricted party screening).
• Expertise in US customs regulations (customs valuation, HTS classification, country of origin determination, import compliance).
• Working knowledge of Canadian and EU import/export regulations and their application in daily operations.
• Demonstrated success implementing tariff mitigation strategies (free trade agreements, duty drawback, reconciliation, and more).
  
  

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