Director of Transportation and Customs Compliance
About The Position
The Director of Transportation and Customs Compliance is responsible for the movement of products for Sol de Janeiro’s global operations domestically and internationally. The role combines the management of transportation operations and customs clearance, with the strategic thinking of a global operations leader who embraces technology and continuous improvement. The Director will lead a team of internal resources and outsourced partners to effectively balance service and spend across Over the Road (OTR), Air, Ocean, Rail and Parcel modes. This role reports to the Executive Director of Global Operations and Development.
Requirements
- Minimum 10+ years in global logistics, supply chain, including transportation and trade compliance.
- 5+ years in leadership roles with global teams.
- Bachelor’s (Supply Chain, International Trade, Business). Masters preferred.
- Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist / Export Compliance Officer preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
- Proficiency using an analytics platform (Domo, Looker, Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
- High senses of urgency, integrity and adaptability to fast-changing environments.
- Excellent communicator able to influence global stakeholders, regulators, executives and peers.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in consumer goods, beauty, or retail industries preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end global freight operations.
- Manage a team of transportation operators to execute Ground, Air, Ocean and Rail Execution
- Manage a 3rd party parcel company relationship to ensure Direct to Consumer (DTC) and internal parcel shipments move effectively and efficiently
- Generate, track, update, and course correct the transportation budget for all modes
- Implement track & trace visibility tools
- Manage carrier and 3rd party relationships
- Manage Monthly and Quarterly business review cycles with carriers and transportation partners.
- With internal procurement resources, execute transportation and brokerage bid cycles
- Oversee global customs clearance leveraging Customs Brokerage firm relationships.
- Manage an in-house licensed customs broker to ensure compliant import / export operations – documentation, broker oversight, and audits.
- Monitor legal changes and advise on organizational adaptation and impact minimization.
- Develop and maintain global policies for HTS classification, duty drawback, FTAs and document retention.
- Ensure policies and SOPs are thoroughly documented, accessible and regularly updated.
- Define, monitor, and present KPIs related to transportation costs, customs performance and delivery.
- Use data analytics to support strategic decisions (e.g. duty optimization, operational modeling, carrier selection, insource/outsource).
- Implement track & trace visibility tools; identify improvements and drive innovation.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team across regions.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
- Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
- Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
- The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
