Global Trade Compliance Director

Position Overview

The Global Trade Compliance Director will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s global trade compliance program. This role combines operational leadership and strategic counsel to ensure adherence to international trade laws, customs regulations, and supply chain security standards. The position will collaborate across business functions and with external partners to optimize compliance and efficiency in cross-border transactions.

Global Trade Compliance Director

• Lead and oversee global trade compliance strategies, policies, and procedures, with an initial focus on CTPAT and First Sale programs.
• Provide strategic guidance on US and international trade regulations, including import/export laws, tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and preferential trade programs.
• Support compliance activities of the broader Trade Compliance team: classification, licensing, documentation, audits, risk assessments, and mitigation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on impacts to business operations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (legal, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, logistics) and external partners.
• Manage responses to government inquiries, enforcement actions, and voluntary disclosures.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 35%).

• Bachelor’s degree in business, international trade, law, or related field.
• 9+ years’ progressive experience in global trade compliance, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Certified Customs Broker license required.
• Certifications in trade compliance (e.g., Certified Global Sanctions Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with US and international trade controls (EAR, OFAC, Customs), Mexico’s IMMEX, USMCA, C‑TPAT, BAA/BABA.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• Proficient in relevant software (MS Office Suite).
• High level of emotional intelligence and independent thinking.

• Create Strategic Plan
• Develop long‑range compliance strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze global regulatory trends and anticipate future risks.
• Deliver Compelling Communication
• Clearly articulate compliance requirements and strategic priorities to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrate Strategic Influence
• Influence leaders, cross‑divisional partners and external stakeholders to adopt compliance best practices.
• Drive Results
• Ensure compliance programs deliver measurable outcomes (audit success, reduced risk).
• Lead Change
• Navigate evolving trade regulations and drive organizational adaptation.
• Build a Successful Team & Coach Others
• Develop compliance talent and foster collaboration across global teams.
• Demonstrate Inclusive Leadership
• Essential for managing diverse, global teams and respecting cultural nuances.

8 Hr non‑rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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