Director of Strategic Trade Compliance

Strategy, Leadership & Governance

Define and execute the global trade compliance strategy across import, export, and sanctions.

Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, delivering insights on trade risk, regulatory changes, and cost optimization.

Lead, develop, and scale a global or regional team of trade compliance professionals.

Establish and govern enterprise trade compliance policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks.

Monitor global legislative and regulatory developments (Customs, ITAR, EAR, OFAC, trade remedies) and guide proactive business response.

Import Compliance (Core Expertise)

Oversee global import compliance programs ensuring accurate customs declarations, documentation, and controls.

Optimize use of Free and Preferential Trade Agreements (FTAs) and duty-savings programs.

Govern Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) compliance and operations, including CTPAT, Importer Self-Assessment (ISA), Duty Drawback, and Reconciliation.

Manage exposure to trade remedies and regulations, including IEEPA, Sections 232 & 301, antidumping, and countervailing duties.

Partner with customs brokers and government agencies to resolve audits, inquiries, and compliance issues.

Export Compliance (Advanced Working Knowledge)

Oversee export compliance programs aligned with ITAR, EAR, and Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR).

Lead jurisdiction and classification determinations (USML/CCL).

Manage export licensing and authorizations, including DSP-5 licenses, TAAs, and Commerce licenses.

Oversee export authorizations through DECCS and SNAP-R.

Govern deemed export controls, technology control plans, and end-use/end-user/destination restrictions.

Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders on export control requirements.

Sanctions & Restricted Party Compliance

Govern OFAC sanctions compliance, including restricted party screening and beneficial ownership due diligence.

Ensure effective screening tools, escalation protocols, and recordkeeping processes are maintained.

Risk Management, Audits & Regulatory Engagement

Lead internal audits, compliance assessments, investigations, and remediation activities.

Manage voluntary disclosures and regulatory communications with CBP, BIS, DDTC, and OFAC.

Represent the company in regulatory matters, audits, and industry associations.

Systems, Data & Transformation

Drive automation and digital enablement of trade compliance processes.

Led enterprise trade system initiatives (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP GTS, Descartes), including design, implementation, and governance.

Leverage ACE trade data, dashboards, KPIs, and analytics to monitor performance and risk.

Manage large-scale programs and budgets, ensuring timely delivery, adoption, and sustained outcomes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Supply Chain, Sourcing, Legal, Engineering, Finance, Tax, IT, Logistics, and Procurement teams.

Advise business leaders on sourcing strategies, product design, distribution models, and market entry decisions.

Embed trade compliance requirements into enterprise processes and systems.

Pay

Annual Salary: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.