US Trade Compliance Director P&S/Resideo

Overview

As Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs you will lead our customs strategy and compliance with trade regulations focusing on the U.S. and Canada. You will manage a team of experts in classification, free trade, and country of origin determinations, customs and export operations.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: 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.
• Duty Savings and Tariff Change Response: Lead initiatives to maximize duty savings through strategic use of Free Trade Agreements, duty drawback, and other duty reduction programs. Monitor regulatory changes, update internal policies, and analyze transactional trade data to identify risks, trends, and cost‑savings opportunities.
• Audit & Accountability: 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.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: 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).
• Product Classification: Oversee the assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications for products and commodities.
• Senior Support: 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.

Qualifications

• A U.S. Customs Broker License.
• 10 or more years of relevant experience in trade compliance, logistics, 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.
• Prior customs brokerage experience or a legal background is a plus.
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed environment that values collaboration and relationship building.

Benefits

• Enterprise‑Level Impact & Visibility: Lead and shape the North American trade compliance strategy with direct influence on duty savings, risk mitigation, and supply chain resilience.
• Strategic Leadership & Team Building: Build, develop, and inspire a high‑performing team of trade experts, setting the direction for best‑in‑class compliance programs, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Career Growth & Thought Leadership: Expand your strategic footprint by driving innovative trade programs, responding to evolving regulatory landscapes, and serving as a trusted advisor and senior backup to executive leadership.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Life and health insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) planning, and vacation & holidays.

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