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Global Trade Compliance Leader

Owens Corning · Charlotte, NC · 1 wk ago
HybridFull-time

About the role

Owens Corning is seeking a Global Trade Operations Leader to join our team. This high-impact role reports to the Director of Global Trade Compliance and Operations and blends leadership, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Own and execute the operational trade strategy for North America, including import/export controls, broker management, and service provider oversight.

  • Lead the development and implementation of effective controls for high-impact processes, ensuring alignment with internal control frameworks.

  • Coordinate global and regional trade compliance risk assessments and implement mitigation plans in collaboration with the Director of Global Trade and Trade Data & Risk Management teams.

  • Manage and escalate issues related to global sanctions, restricted party screening, and anti-boycott regulations.

  • Build strategic partnerships across key functions including Sourcing, Planning, Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, Tax, Accounting, Sustainability, EH&S, and Legal.

  • Engage proactively with regulatory enforcement agencies and coordinate company responses to audits or other significant customs-related actions.

  • Ensure compliance with U.S. CBP, CBSA, BIS, and other relevant authorities across North America.

  • Develop and execute training strategies for the Operations Team, ensuring alignment with Licensed Customs Broker continuing education requirements.

  • Leverage trade data analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.

  • Inspire and lead a high-performing team of trade operations professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, and continuous learning.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree, advanced degree (i.e. MBA) or other significant industry experience such as U.S. Customs Broker License required.

  • At least 10 years relevant experience in logistics, trade compliance or a related field.

  • Experience working in a multinational company with cross-functional collaboration that relies heavily on relationship building to succeed.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex trade data and identify actionable insights.

  • Deep knowledge of U.S. Canada and Mexico trade regulations, with experience navigating import/export controls and compliance frameworks.

  • Technologically proficient; comfortable working with trade systems, analytics platforms, and automation tools.

  • Proven ability to lead through influence and build strong cross-functional partnerships across global teams.

  • Thoughtful communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills, capable of inspiring collaboration and alignment.

  • Demonstrated success in developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, and continuous learning.

  • High integrity and commitment to ethical compliance, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.

  • Creative problem solver with a passion for simplifying complex processes and driving scalable solutions.

  • Strategic thinker with a passion for working in diverse, global environments and navigating cross-border trade challenges.

  • Commitment to ongoing professional development through training, industry engagement, and knowledge sharing.

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