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Trade Compliance Senior Specialist - Precision Technology
Requisition ID: 6229
Job Location: TEMPE - Arizona - United States
Category for Job Posting: Legal and Compliance
Job Type for Job Posting: Full Time
Working Mode for Job Posting: Hybrid
About us
At CNH, we're driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world.
As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow.
Grow a Career. Build a Future.
If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.
Job Purpose
The Trade Compliance Senior Specialist – Precision Technology will support CNH Industrial’s North America Trade Compliance organization with primary responsibility for export and import compliance activities involving precision technology, advanced electronics, navigation and positioning systems, connected equipment, autonomous and semi-autonomous systems, software, firmware, and related components.
This position will serve as a key trade compliance resource for CNH’s Precision Technology business, with particular emphasis on U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) determinations, export licensing requirements, sanctions and restricted-party controls, and U.S. customs requirements.
The Senior Specialist will work closely with Engineering, Product Development, Precision Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, and global Trade Compliance teams to ensure accurate classification and appropriate trade compliance controls throughout the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Export Controls & Classification
- Perform and document ECCN/EAR99 classifications for precision technology products, components, software, firmware, technology, and technical data under the EAR.
- Classify GNSS/GPS, navigation systems, controllers, telematics, sensors, cameras, connectivity modules, autonomous technology, and related components.
- Research and document classification rationale; evaluate supplier classifications and support BIS CCATS requests when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate classifications at the material/part-number level.
Precision & Emerging Technology
- Serve as Trade Compliance point of contact for Precision Technology and related product development.
- Evaluate trade requirements for GNSS/navigation, autonomous systems, telematics, connectivity, advanced electronics, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
- Partner with Engineering and Product Development to assess new products and changes that may affect trade classifications.
Export Compliance
- Determine export/re-export requirements based on ECCN, destination, end user/end use, license exceptions, and applicable controls.
- Support BIS licensing, restricted-party and sanctions screening, deemed export reviews, and Technology Control Plans.
- Maintain required export records and provide limited ITAR support when applicable.
Import Compliance
- Support U.S. import compliance, including HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin, marking, and special tariff programs.
- Evaluate customs treatment of hardware/software transactions, including licenses, subscriptions, activation codes, upgrades, and software-enabled functionality.
- Support Section 301/232, Chapter 99, USMCA, and other applicable duty or preferential trade programs.
- Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders to resolve classification, valuation, origin, and entry issues and support PSCs, protests, and disclosures.
Product Lifecycle & Trade Data
- Integrate trade compliance into new product introduction and engineering change processes.
- Maintain accurate ECCN, HTS, country-of-origin, and related trade master data.
- Review specifications, drawings, bills of material, and technical documentation supporting classifications.
- Identify opportunities to standardize and automate classification processes and improve trade data quality.
Compliance Program Support
- Develop procedures, work instructions, classification guidance, and internal controls for precision technology.
- Provide trade compliance guidance and training to Engineering, Product Development, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, and other functions.
- Support audits, compliance reviews, investigations, disclosures, corrective actions, and GTM/compliance tools.
- Monitor regulatory changes and communicate relevant developments.
- Collaborate with regional and global Trade Compliance teams to promote consistent methodologies, governance, and best practices.
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in export controls, customs/trade compliance, engineering compliance, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Commerce Control List, and ECCN classification methodology.
- Experience performing or supporting ECCN classifications for hardware, components, software, or technology.
- Understanding of export licensing, restricted-party screening, end-user/end-use controls, and sanctions compliance.
- Working knowledge of U.S. import requirements, including HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin, and import documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret technical product specifications, drawings, bills of material, and engineering documentation.
- Strong analytical, research, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to translate technical information into clear and supportable trade compliance determinations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with precision agriculture, GNSS/GPS, navigation technology, autonomous systems, telematics, electronics, connected equipment, or similar technology.
- Experience classifying products within relevant categories of the Commerce Control List, particularly navigation, electronics, telecommunications, information security, sensors, and computing.
- Experience with HTS classification of electronics, navigation equipment, telecommunications equipment, machinery components, or similar products.
- Experience evaluating the trade compliance implications of software, firmware, activation codes, subscriptions, or software-enabled functionality.
- Experience in manufacturing, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, automotive, electronics, or another technology-focused industry.
- Familiarity with Global Trade Management and ERP systems such as MIC, SAP, SAP GTS, or ONESOURCE.
- Experience working with engineering BOMs, material master data, product lifecycle management systems, and automated classification processes.
- U.S. Customs Broker License, export compliance certification, or other relevant trade compliance certification is a plus.
Pay Transparency
The annual salary for this role is USD $86,625.00 - $132,825.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)
For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.
What We Offer
We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.
At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Savings & Retirement benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Fertility & Family building support
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off
US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.
Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.
If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at narecruitingmailbox@cnh.com.
Job Description
Trade Compliance Senior Specialist - Precision Technology
Requisition ID: 6229
Job Location: TEMPE - Arizona - United States
Category for Job Posting: Legal and Compliance
Job Type for Job Posting: Full Time
Working Mode for Job Posting: Hybrid
About us
At CNH, we're driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world.
As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow.
Grow a Career. Build a Future.
If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.
Job Purpose
The Trade Compliance Senior Specialist – Precision Technology will support CNH Industrial’s North America Trade Compliance organization with primary responsibility for export and import compliance activities involving precision technology, advanced electronics, navigation and positioning systems, connected equipment, autonomous and semi-autonomous systems, software, firmware, and related components.
This position will serve as a key trade compliance resource for CNH’s Precision Technology business, with particular emphasis on U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) determinations, export licensing requirements, sanctions and restricted-party controls, and U.S. customs requirements.
The Senior Specialist will work closely with Engineering, Product Development, Precision Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, and global Trade Compliance teams to ensure accurate classification and appropriate trade compliance controls throughout the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Export Controls & Classification
- Perform and document ECCN/EAR99 classifications for precision technology products, components, software, firmware, technology, and technical data under the EAR.
- Classify GNSS/GPS, navigation systems, controllers, telematics, sensors, cameras, connectivity modules, autonomous technology, and related components.
- Research and document classification rationale; evaluate supplier classifications and support BIS CCATS requests when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate classifications at the material/part-number level.
Precision & Emerging Technology
- Serve as Trade Compliance point of contact for Precision Technology and related product development.
- Evaluate trade requirements for GNSS/navigation, autonomous systems, telematics, connectivity, advanced electronics, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
- Partner with Engineering and Product Development to assess new products and changes that may affect trade classifications.
Export Compliance
- Determine export/re-export requirements based on ECCN, destination, end user/end use, license exceptions, and applicable controls.
- Support BIS licensing, restricted-party and sanctions screening, deemed export reviews, and Technology Control Plans.
- Maintain required export records and provide limited ITAR support when applicable.
Import Compliance
- Support U.S. import compliance, including HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin, marking, and special tariff programs.
- Evaluate customs treatment of hardware/software transactions, including licenses, subscriptions, activation codes, upgrades, and software-enabled functionality.
- Support Section 301/232, Chapter 99, USMCA, and other applicable duty or preferential trade programs.
- Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders to resolve classification, valuation, origin, and entry issues and support PSCs, protests, and disclosures.
Product Lifecycle & Trade Data
- Integrate trade compliance into new product introduction and engineering change processes.
- Maintain accurate ECCN, HTS, country-of-origin, and related trade master data.
- Review specifications, drawings, bills of material, and technical documentation supporting classifications.
- Identify opportunities to standardize and automate classification processes and improve trade data quality.
Compliance Program Support
- Develop procedures, work instructions, classification guidance, and internal controls for precision technology.
- Provide trade compliance guidance and training to Engineering, Product Development, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, and other functions.
- Support audits, compliance reviews, investigations, disclosures, corrective actions, and GTM/compliance tools.
- Monitor regulatory changes and communicate relevant developments.
- Collaborate with regional and global Trade Compliance teams to promote consistent methodologies, governance, and best practices.
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in export controls, customs/trade compliance, engineering compliance, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Commerce Control List, and ECCN classification methodology.
- Experience performing or supporting ECCN classifications for hardware, components, software, or technology.
- Understanding of export licensing, restricted-party screening, end-user/end-use controls, and sanctions compliance.
- Working knowledge of U.S. import requirements, including HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin, and import documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret technical product specifications, drawings, bills of material, and engineering documentation.
- Strong analytical, research, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to translate technical information into clear and supportable trade compliance determinations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with precision agriculture, GNSS/GPS, navigation technology, autonomous systems, telematics, electronics, connected equipment, or similar technology.
- Experience classifying products within relevant categories of the Commerce Control List, particularly navigation, electronics, telecommunications, information security, sensors, and computing.
- Experience with HTS classification of electronics, navigation equipment, telecommunications equipment, machinery components, or similar products.
- Experience evaluating the trade compliance implications of software, firmware, activation codes, subscriptions, or software-enabled functionality.
- Experience in manufacturing, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, automotive, electronics, or another technology-focused industry.
- Familiarity with Global Trade Management and ERP systems such as MIC, SAP, SAP GTS, or ONESOURCE.
- Experience working with engineering BOMs, material master data, product lifecycle management systems, and automated classification processes.
- U.S. Customs Broker License, export compliance certification, or other relevant trade compliance certification is a plus.
Pay Transparency
The annual salary for this role is USD $86,625.00 - $132,825.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)
For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.
What We Offer
We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.
At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Savings & Retirement benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Fertility & Family building support
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off
US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.
Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.
If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at narecruitingmailbox@cnh.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Trade Compliance Manager
Document your export control credentials early
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for compliance roles. Gather transcripts showing coursework in international trade law, customs regulations, or supply chain, plus any EAR, ITAR, or OFAC certifications before applying.
Target manufacturers with active export licenses
Companies holding State Department or Commerce Department export licenses must maintain dedicated compliance staff, making them far more likely to sponsor H-1B petitions for Trade Compliance Managers than general logistics firms.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to filter Trade Compliance Manager openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in compliance and regulatory roles, so you're applying where sponsorship is already established practice.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at Level I through Level IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for SOC code 13-1041 in your metro area before your offer conversation, so you understand the DOL floor.
Confirm your role's specialty occupation classification
Review the O*NET profile for Compliance Officers to confirm the listed education requirement is a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Bring this to your hiring contact if USCIS sends an RFE questioning whether the role qualifies.
Start the LCA process before your OPT expires
The DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days, but your employer still needs time to prepare the I-129. If you're on OPT, align your offer timeline so the petition is filed with enough buffer before your EAD end date.
H-1B Visa Trade Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Trade Compliance Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Trade Compliance Manager roles typically qualify because USCIS treats them as requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in international trade, supply chain management, business law, or a related field. The O*NET classification for Compliance Officers supports this, and employers routinely include degree requirements in job descriptions. If your duties involve ITAR, EAR, or OFAC regulations, the specialty occupation argument is especially strong.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for trade compliance roles?
Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, semiconductor companies, and multinational corporations with active export licenses are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for these roles. These employers are legally required to maintain dedicated compliance staff under their export authorizations, which creates a genuine business need that supports the sponsorship decision. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history specifically in compliance and regulatory functions.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect trade compliance job offers?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and location, grouped into four wage levels. For Trade Compliance Managers, Level III or Level IV wages are common given the regulatory expertise required. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation to understand the minimum your employer must certify.
Can I change employers during my H-1B without losing my status if I'm a trade compliance professional?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days. For Trade Compliance Managers, a move between companies in manufacturing, defense, or logistics typically qualifies as the same classification. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your last day at the prior employer.
Does security clearance eligibility affect H-1B sponsorship for trade compliance roles?
It can complicate the process but doesn't automatically disqualify you. Many defense contractors and government-adjacent employers require personnel with access to controlled technical data to hold or be eligible for a security clearance, which non-citizens may not be able to obtain. If a role explicitly requires a clearance, confirm with the employer before investing time in the application, as this is often a hard requirement separate from H-1B eligibility.