US Trade Compliance Director P&S/Resideo

About the role

The Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs leads customs strategy and compliance with trade regulations focusing on the US and Canada. This role oversees a team of experts in classification, free trade and country of origin determinations, customs and export operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive team alignment and create strategies to optimize duty savings.
• Manage compliance across operations.
• Work closely with business teams to develop and implement effective trade strategies.
• Partner with subject matter experts and operations professionals to standardize and optimize global trade activities, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain trade compliance databases and ensure data integrity across systems.
• Lead initiatives to maximize duty savings through strategic use of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Duty Drawback, and other duty reduction programs.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies accordingly.
• Analyze transactional trade data to identify risks, trends, and cost savings opportunities.
• Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and investigations into potential violations.
• Develop and deliver KPIs and scorecards to measure program performance, drive continuous improvement, and ensure audit readiness.
• Serve as a key partner to internal teams (Supply Chain, Operations, Tax, Legal, Finance) and external partners to align global trade strategies.
• Establish global frameworks to support participation in government programs (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO).
• Oversee the assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications for products and commodities.
• Serve as the primary backup to the General Counsel for Supply Chain and Trade on trade matters, ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of relevant experience in trade compliance and/or a related discipline.
• Proven experience building compliance programs and governance frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of customs regulations across North America.
• Strong expertise in HTS and EAR classification, Free Trade Agreements, country of origin rules, and import/export regulations.
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed environment that values collaboration and relationship building.

Qualifications

• Licensed Customs Broker.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights and practical actions.
• Expertise working with trade systems, analytics tools, and emerging technologies.
• Track record of developing high performing teams and encouraging curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Familiarity with related supply chain compliance areas such as bonded warehousing, FTZs, fast-track programs, Dangerous Goods, Responsible Sourcing, Conflict Minerals, Forced Labor, and DOT regulations.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Collaboration and cross-functional teamwork.
• Regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Leadership and team management.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including life and health insurance, life assistance program, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability insurance, 401k Plan, vacation & holidays.

Pay

The typical hiring salary for this role ranges from USD $187,018.7 to $279,015.13 per year, varying by specific work location. Within a range, Resideo determines base pay for an individual based on various factors, including market conditions, skills, and experience. The position is also eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to 15% of the annual base salary.

Schedule

This role is full-time and offers a hybrid schedule.

Locations

• 1985 Douglas Drive North, Golden Valley, 55422, US;
• 3901 Liberty Street, Aurora, 60504, US;
• 2201 Donley Drive, Suite 100, Austin, 78758, US;
• 1301 Joe Battle, El Paso, 79936, US;
• 2700 Blankenbaker Pkwy, Louisville, 40299, US.