Global Export Compliance Leader

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.

Visit  to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include:
Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.  For more information, visit our US benefits website at  

Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:$97,900.00 - $Purpose Statement:  The Global Export Compliance Leader reports to the Global Trade Governance & Transformation Leader and serves as a primary subject authority and strategic partner for Plexus' global export control and compliance program.

Operating across an expanding footprint in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, commercial aerospace, defense, and space systems, this role bridges complex regulatory governance with business enablement. This position is designed for a collaborative, high-potential trade professional with strong communication skills and strategic upside. You will resolve complex multi-jurisdictional issues, advise business leaders, enable regional operational teams, and help shape an enterprise-wide compliance framework supporting global growth.

Key Job Accountabilities:

Serve as a key global escalation authority and clear communicator, partnering with Legal, Customer Management, IT, and executive leadership to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-enabling strategies and plain-English actionable advice across the organization.

Oversee complex multi-jurisdictional export licensing and regulatory strategies, including Technology Control Plans (TCPs), proviso management, commodity jurisdictions, and ECCN classifications across US EAR, ITAR, OFAC sanctions, and dual-use regimes.

Provide strategic guidance on deemed export controls and technical data governance, building clear frameworks for controlled technical data sharing with global suppliers and…