Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength , we are driven by a simple purpose: to empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. As the global leader in commercial fitness equipment and solutions, our teams design, manufacture, and deliver innovative products that power workouts around the world. As Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance , you'll lead the company’s global trade compliance strategy for a multi-jurisdictional manufacturing organization. This role ensures compliance with international import/export laws, sanctions, customs regulations, tariff programs, and emerging ESG requirements. Reporting to the VP of Tax & Trade, this leader serves as the company’s subject matter expert on global trade compliance, advising senior leadership while implementing practical, scalable processes that protect the business and support growth. This is a hybrid position based out of our Global HQ in Rosemont, IL - M/F remote and T-Th are in-office collaboration days** #LI-Hybrid As Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance, at Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, you will: Global Trade Compliance Develop and manage the global import/export compliance program. Oversee denied party screening, embargo controls, ECCN/HTS classification, country of origin, valuation, marking, and record retention. Ensure compliant import procedures across all facilities. Lead tariff mitigation strategies, including Free Trade Agreements and Duty Drawback programs. Integrate trade compliance into new product launches and enterprise initiatives (e.g., PACE). Support M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration. Participate in Data Governance and cross-functional compliance councils. Regulatory & Business Advisory Monitor global sanctions, export controls, customs regulations, and trade restrictions. Advise senior leadership on regulatory changes and business impact. Recommend and implement process improvements aligned to evolving requirements. ESG & Governance Lead compliance efforts related to CSRD, CBAM, and other applicable ESG regulations. Partner with Finance and Sustainability to ensure reporting accuracy and audit readiness. Lead internal and external trade compliance audits and corrective actions. Develop compliance training and maintain global trade policies and procedures. What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance: Bachelor’s degree required; Licensed Customs Broker preferred. 10+ years of global trade compliance experience in a manufacturing environment. 5+ years of team leadership experience. Strong expertise in customs regulations, export controls, sanctions programs, and FTAs. Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate cross-functionally in a global organization. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first , play as one team , and raise the bar on fitness innovation —in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done , with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives . If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply. Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $109,400 - $153,800 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Rosemont, IL and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment , recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through “@lifefitness.com” or "@indoorcycling.com" domain email addresses or “ [email protected] ” for U.S. opportunities. Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.