E-3 Visa Trade Compliance Manager Jobs
Trade Compliance Managers qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupation roles requiring a bachelor's degree in international trade, supply chain, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals targeting U.S. customs, export controls, and sanctions compliance roles.
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KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Trade Compliance Analyst II is responsible for managing key trade compliance activities with a focus on valuation, supplier engagement, audit support, and process improvement. This role serves as a critical bridge between Trade Compliance, suppliers, and internal functions, ensuring accurate customs reporting, strong internal controls, and alignment with regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Perform Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis to validate declared values and identify risk areas
- Support new product introductions (NPI) by ensuring proper setup of valuation, classification, and country of origin data
- Identify and manage Post Summary Corrections (PSCs) and support post-entry audit activities
- Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs valuation regulations and company policies
- Collaborate with customs brokers and internal teams to ensure accurate and compliant entry filings
- Address discrepancies and improve data flow between suppliers, brokers, and internal systems
- Contribute to development and maintenance of internal procedures and compliance documentation
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce risk, and increase efficiency across trade operations
- Support additional trade compliance programs as assigned
WHAT YOU HAVE
- 3–5+ years of trade compliance experience
- Strong background in valuation and audit processes
- Knowledge of HTS classification
- Analytical mindset with detail orientation
- Experience with import data and financial reconciliation
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Passport or ability to obtain passport
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Travel required 10%
- Sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, speaking, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 20 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 2 remote days per week
- Half day Fridays
- A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Subsidized food delivery
- Monthly celebrations
- Quarterly employee events
- Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Trade Compliance Analyst II is responsible for managing key trade compliance activities with a focus on valuation, supplier engagement, audit support, and process improvement. This role serves as a critical bridge between Trade Compliance, suppliers, and internal functions, ensuring accurate customs reporting, strong internal controls, and alignment with regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Perform Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis to validate declared values and identify risk areas
- Support new product introductions (NPI) by ensuring proper setup of valuation, classification, and country of origin data
- Identify and manage Post Summary Corrections (PSCs) and support post-entry audit activities
- Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs valuation regulations and company policies
- Collaborate with customs brokers and internal teams to ensure accurate and compliant entry filings
- Address discrepancies and improve data flow between suppliers, brokers, and internal systems
- Contribute to development and maintenance of internal procedures and compliance documentation
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce risk, and increase efficiency across trade operations
- Support additional trade compliance programs as assigned
WHAT YOU HAVE
- 3–5+ years of trade compliance experience
- Strong background in valuation and audit processes
- Knowledge of HTS classification
- Analytical mindset with detail orientation
- Experience with import data and financial reconciliation
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Passport or ability to obtain passport
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Travel required 10%
- Sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, speaking, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 20 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 2 remote days per week
- Half day Fridays
- A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Subsidized food delivery
- Monthly celebrations
- Quarterly employee events
- Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Trade Compliance Manager
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
Australian trade compliance experience maps directly to U.S. requirements, but your familiarity with EAR, ITAR, and OFAC sanctions frameworks matters more to hiring managers than AUSTRADE or DIBP experience. Highlight any export controls or dual-use goods work explicitly.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for employers who have filed LCAs under SOC codes for compliance managers. Prior filings signal that a company already understands the E-3 visa process and won't treat sponsorship as an obstacle.
Clarify your specialty occupation case before applying
Trade Compliance Manager roles must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field to qualify as a specialty occupation. If your target role lists 'preferred' rather than 'required' for a degree, flag that early. A vague job description can complicate your LCA before it's filed.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, and the sequencing matters for your start date.
Address E-3 practicalities in offer negotiations
Confirm your employer will pay the LCA prevailing wage and cover filing fees before you accept. The E-3 is employer-tied, so any role change after approval requires a new LCA and a fresh visa stamp at a consulate.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter if you hold a three-year qualification
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted for E-3 specialty occupation purposes, but some consular officers request a credential evaluation from a USCIS-recognized evaluation service to confirm U.S. equivalency. Arrange this before your interview.
E-3 Visa Trade Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Trade Compliance Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters Trade Compliance Manager roles by employers who have demonstrated E-3 or H-1B visa sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the process. Standard job boards don't surface sponsorship willingness, which means most applications go to employers who won't engage an international hire. Searching with Migrate Mate removes that friction.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Is the E-3 or H-1B better for Trade Compliance Manager roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a straightforward advantage. There's no lottery, no annual cap, and the 10,500-slot allocation has never been exhausted. H-1B registrations far exceed available slots each year, meaning most applicants aren't selected. Trade Compliance Manager roles qualify equally under both visa types as specialty occupations, so Australians should pursue the E-3 first.
Does a Trade Compliance Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as international trade, supply chain management, business, or law. The key test is whether the degree is a genuine requirement, not a preference. Roles involving ITAR, EAR, or OFAC compliance typically satisfy this standard because the regulatory complexity demands specialized academic training.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Trade Compliance Manager?
You can change employers, but each new position requires a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp obtained at an Australian consulate. Unlike H-1B portability rules, there's no formal E-3 transfer mechanism that lets you start work immediately upon filing. You'll need your new employer to complete the LCA process and your consulate appointment before you begin the new role.